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E130 CTA

1988 Kawasaki ZX-10

Silver Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,081 mi
Last recorded55,081 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX-1037,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE130 CTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 55,081 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 55,081 miles

Centre Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 53,942 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2008 49,434 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 43,414 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?

Based on 7,640 MOT tests across 1,044 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 167
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 138
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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E130 CTA is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Silver with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 37,310 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 ZX-10 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 167 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E130 CTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E130 CTA registered?

E130 CTA is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 24 May 1988.

Is E130 CTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E130 CTA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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