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YJ08 BZD

2008 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,215 mi
Last recorded18,215 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Z100012,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 BZD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 18,215 miles

Front wheel bearing is slightly rough.

Pass 21 May 2025
Pass 23 May 2024 17,057 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 16,604 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 16,327 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 15,776 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 14,346 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 13,008 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 17 Oct 2017 13,008 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 11,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 11,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 10,688 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 10,688 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 9,949 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 9,037 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 5,477 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 5,137 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 3,615 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 3,615 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 3,566 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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YJ08 BZD is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YJ08 BZD, 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 YJ08 BZD registered?

YJ08 BZD is a 2008 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 30 March 2008.

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