2008 Kawasaki Zzr1400 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Zzr1400 models manufactured in 2008, based on 821 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 2008 Kawasaki Zzr1400 has an MOT pass rate of 89.6% based on 821 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 20,740 miles on the odometer. With a 10.4% failure rate, the 2008 Zzr1400 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2008 Kawasaki Zzr1400 is Motorcycle suspension, responsible for 0.2% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Motorcycle tyres is the second most common issue at 0.2%. Motorcycle steering follows at 0.1%.
Top failures specific to 2008 models only. The overall Zzr1400 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.2% | 2 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.2% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.1% | 1 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.1% | 1 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Brakes | 0.1% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 20,740 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.12 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.12 | 0.2% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.06 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.06 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.06 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.06 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2008 Kawasaki Zzr1400 has an MOT pass rate of 89.6% based on 821 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 20,740 miles on the odometer. With a 10.4% failure rate, the 2008 Zzr1400 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2008 Kawasaki Zzr1400, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 20,740 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle suspension — 0.2% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2008 Kawasaki Zzr1400 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle tyres — 0.2% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2008 Kawasaki Zzr1400 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Motorcycle steering — 0.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 0.1% of MOT failures on 2008 Kawasaki Zzr1400 models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.