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HG09 CLF

2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,937 mi
Last recorded37,937 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F12,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 CLF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 1000 E8F
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 37,937 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 37,927 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 37,117 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 32,366 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 30,254 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 28,119 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,210 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 25,210 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 21,150 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2015 21,150 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 7 May 2014 16,761 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 16,761 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 15,217 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 11,373 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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HG09 CLF is a 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 12,625 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 HG09 CLF, 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 17 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 HG09 CLF registered?

HG09 CLF is a 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E8F, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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