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WL08 GOC

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,063 mi
Last recorded25,063 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 GOC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 25,063 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 23,122 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 21,024 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 20,725 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perrished (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 20,383 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perrished (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 20,313 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 18,839 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 17,085 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 16,033 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 14,376 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 13,860 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 11,107 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,247 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 9,115 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 7,232 miles

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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WL08 GOC is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WL08 GOC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WL08 GOC registered?

WL08 GOC is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 28 June 2008.

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