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VLZ 9493

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

Green Other 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,491 mi
Last recorded13,491 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 9493
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine953cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 13,491 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 13,281 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 12,452 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 10,283 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 9,009 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 7,497 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 6,355 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 9493 is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in Green with a 953cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 9493, 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 9493 registered?

VLZ 9493 is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is VLZ 9493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 9493 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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