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WX08 THG

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,505 mi
Last recorded26,505 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 THG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 26,505 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 26,200 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 25,753 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 25,060 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front pads showing wear (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 24,001 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 21,645 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 19,125 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2020 19,125 miles

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

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 16,769 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 16,749 miles

Offside Front Fork yoke fractured steering stop lock damaged (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 15,519 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 14,541 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 14,495 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2013 13,919 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 13,485 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 11,090 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 11,090 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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WX08 THG is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WX08 THG, 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 WX08 THG registered?

WX08 THG is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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