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WM08 BXP

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,332 mi
Last recorded28,332 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM08 BXP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 28,332 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2026 28,332 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 27,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2025 27,455 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 26,340 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2024 26,340 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 26,044 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 24,167 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 24,022 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 21,021 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 20,640 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 18,533 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 17,182 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 May 2015 17,182 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 16,543 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 15,192 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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WM08 BXP is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 12,052 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WM08 BXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WM08 BXP registered?

WM08 BXP is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is WM08 BXP safe to buy?

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