MOT Status
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50,598 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
throttle return cable snapped
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
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)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?
Based on 7,640 MOT tests across 1,044 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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