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FM08 VKB

2008 Kawasaki Zzr 1400

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,755 mi
Last recorded26,755 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Kawasaki Zzr 140016,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 VKB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr 1400
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 26,755 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 26,416 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2022 26,038 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 26,025 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 25,219 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 25,087 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 24,508 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 23,488 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 22,100 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 20,482 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 18,001 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 17,876 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 16,638 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr 1400?

Based on 1,314 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,375
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
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FM08 VKB is a 2008 Kawasaki Zzr 1400 in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Kawasaki Zzr 1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 16,825 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zzr 1400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM08 VKB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr 1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr 1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM08 VKB registered?

FM08 VKB is a 2008 Kawasaki Zzr 1400, first registered on 21 August 2008.

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The MOT history for FM08 VKB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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