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C557 XRT

1986 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,226 mi
Last recorded8,226 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC557 XRT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 8,226 miles

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 7,963 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Aug 2022 7,954 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp not flashing correctly (4.4.3 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim not tested dip beam to dim (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Engine mounting/bracket bracket missing no securing bolts fitted (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front tyre is 20 yrs old

Front tyre underinflated

temperature warning light on

Pass 18 May 2021 7,854 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZL1000?

Based on 1,235 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
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C557 XRT is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C557 XRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki ZL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C557 XRT registered?

C557 XRT is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C557 XRT safe to buy?

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