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E199 XRM

1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

2,343 mi
Last recorded2,343 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100044,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE199 XRM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 2,343 miles

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2019 2,343 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Adjustment made. (1.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing x2. Fitted during test. (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 1,827 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 62,859 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 62,856 miles

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000?

Based on 4,999 MOT tests across 660 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 117
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 41
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E199 XRM is a 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 44,009 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 Gtr ZG1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E199 XRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E199 XRM registered?

E199 XRM is a 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 16 October 1987.

Is E199 XRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E199 XRM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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