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WX08 VKM

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,082 mi
Last recorded18,082 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 VKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 18,082 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 17,755 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 17,364 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 16,226 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 14,969 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear chain condition is very dry

Pass 25 Mar 2019 14,278 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 12,243 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 9,872 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 9,491 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 8,524 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 8,524 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 7,452 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 6,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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WX08 VKM is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WX08 VKM, 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.

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What year was WX08 VKM registered?

WX08 VKM is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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