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E161 WUA

1988 Kawasaki ZX-10

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

40,302 mi
Last recorded40,302 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX-1037,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE161 WUA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 40,302 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 40,302 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 39,673 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Feb 2020 39,669 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 38,997 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 38,342 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 38,336 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 37,791 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 37,012 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2015 37,012 miles

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

Rear Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 May 2012 36,983 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2012 36,983 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 33,954 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 33,862 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Offside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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E161 WUA is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 E161 WUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E161 WUA registered?

E161 WUA is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 19 July 1988.

Is E161 WUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E161 WUA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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