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D127 FDX

1987 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

311 mi
Last recorded311 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki ZL100029,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD127 FDX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 311 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil level low

Slight oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2020 9,602 miles

rear tyre perished

Fail 28 Jul 2020 9,600 miles

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

rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Jul 2019 9,072 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 9,067 miles

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

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 8,361 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 8,358 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 8,358 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

rear registration plate could possibly foul rear tyre when fully laden

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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D127 FDX is a 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 29,565 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 ZL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D127 FDX, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki ZL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D127 FDX registered?

D127 FDX is a 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D127 FDX safe to buy?

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