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E197 OBF

1996 Kawasaki ZX-10

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

50,598 mi
Last recorded50,598 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-1037,990 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE197 OBF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 50,598 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 50,492 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 50,457 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 50,422 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 50,404 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 50,387 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 49,325 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 48,365 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 48,281 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 47,632 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 46,774 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 46,179 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

throttle return cable snapped

Pass 14 May 2011 45,299 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 May 2011 45,299 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2010 44,628 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 44,095 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 29 May 2008 43,130 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 41,999 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 41,134 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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E197 OBF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 37,990 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E197 OBF, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E197 OBF registered?

E197 OBF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 11 December 1996.

Is E197 OBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E197 OBF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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