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D489 PAW

1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Grey Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

48,344 mi
Last recorded48,344 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100044,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD489 PAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 48,344 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2026 48,332 miles

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2025 47,545 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 May 2025 47,545 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 45,784 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 45,777 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 44,125 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 44,021 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 43,925 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 43,724 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 43,558 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2014 43,304 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 43,198 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 42,213 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000?

Based on 4,999 MOT tests across 660 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 117
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 41
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D489 PAW is a 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Grey with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 44,009 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 Gtr ZG1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D489 PAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D489 PAW registered?

D489 PAW is a 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 26 February 1987.

Is D489 PAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D489 PAW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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