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E159 VKH

1988 Kawasaki ZX-10

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

68,898 mi
Last recorded68,898 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2013
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX-1037,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE159 VKH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2013 68,898 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 68,898 miles

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)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 66,718 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 66,718 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2011 52,990 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 12 Feb 2011 52,990 miles

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)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 51,410 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 51,410 miles

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 51,346 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 50,087 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 48,636 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 48,636 miles

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?

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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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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