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YK08 DDO

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,571 mi
Last recorded7,571 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK08 DDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 7,571 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 7,448 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 6,921 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 5,762 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 4,928 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 4,684 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 4,501 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 3,921 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 May 2013 2,118 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 1,934 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 1,934 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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YK08 DDO is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YK08 DDO, 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 YK08 DDO registered?

YK08 DDO is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 20 August 2008.

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The MOT history for YK08 DDO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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