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VLZ 9487

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,512 mi
Last recorded12,512 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 9487
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 12,512 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 12,511 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 12,502 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 12,493 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 11,061 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 10,416 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 10,416 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 May 2017 9,602 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 8,320 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F?

Based on 2,029 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
792
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
Headlamp aim too low 5
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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VLZ 9487 is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 12,260 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VLZ 9487, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VLZ 9487 registered?

VLZ 9487 is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is VLZ 9487 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 9487 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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