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YK08 CYH

2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F

Black Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,992 mi
Last recorded27,992 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F12,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 CYH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr 1000 B8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 27,992 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 20,969 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 20,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2023 14,120 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 13,557 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 13,553 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 13,103 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 12,712 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 12,686 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 11,987 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 11,114 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 10,058 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 8,599 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 5,459 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 4,308 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 2,894 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 2,865 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2011 1,642 miles

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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YK08 CYH is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F in Black with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK08 CYH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK08 CYH registered?

YK08 CYH is a 2008 Kawasaki Zr 1000 B8F, first registered on 7 August 2008.

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The MOT history for YK08 CYH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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