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D83 ELM

1987 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,289 mi
Last recorded16,289 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2008
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki ZL100029,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD83 ELM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2008 16,289 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 16,083 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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D83 ELM is a 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D83 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 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 D83 ELM registered?

D83 ELM is a 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D83 ELM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D83 ELM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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