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VX08 UGP

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,439 mi
Last recorded21,439 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 UGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 21,439 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 20,814 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 20,765 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 19,664 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 18,520 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 17,611 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 15,375 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 15,208 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 14,666 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 14,137 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 14,137 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 12,949 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2012 11,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,852 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F?

Based on 4,974 MOT tests across 512 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
1,005
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
512
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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VX08 UGP is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 13,946 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 UGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX08 UGP registered?

VX08 UGP is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is VX08 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 UGP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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