MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
68,898 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)
Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?
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E159 VKH is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
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 E159 VKH, 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 E159 VKH registered?
E159 VKH is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 1 April 1988.
Is E159 VKH safe to buy?
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