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D479 ELM

1989 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

17,815 mi
Last recorded17,815 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZL100023,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD479 ELM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 17,815 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 17,589 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 17,576 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 16,961 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 16,087 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 May 2012 16,087 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 15,491 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 14,980 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 14,751 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 14,444 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 14,257 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 13,888 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 13,888 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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D479 ELM is a 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 23,914 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 D479 ELM, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki ZL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D479 ELM registered?

D479 ELM is a 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 7 April 1989.

Is D479 ELM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D479 ELM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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