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EU58 FJO

2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,269 mi
Last recorded42,269 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F13,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU58 FJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 42,269 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2025 39,713 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 37,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 34,326 miles

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

front mudguard missing but doesnt affect bracing

Fail 7 Oct 2022 34,326 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

front mudguard missing but doesnt affect bracing

Pass 21 Apr 2021 30,036 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 30,036 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2019 28,189 miles

Lower exhaust bolt missing

Fail 13 Dec 2019 28,189 miles

Lower exhaust bolt missing

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements small (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 26,822 miles

Exhaust slightly loose Missing center hanger plate bolt (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 24,903 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 20,371 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 16,773 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 13,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 12,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 10,350 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 7,650 miles

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

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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EU58 FJO is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Green 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 EU58 FJO, 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.

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What year was EU58 FJO registered?

EU58 FJO is a 2008 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 4 September 2008.

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