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E236 VEX

1988 Kawasaki ZX-10

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,832 mi
Last recorded62,832 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX-1037,310 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE236 VEX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 62,832 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 62,426 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 60,826 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 60,763 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Aug 2013 60,763 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 60,231 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 60,204 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 59,264 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 May 2009 56,950 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2008 54,484 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Chain guard missing

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 53,408 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 18 May 2006 53,324 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 53,324 miles

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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E236 VEX is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 E236 VEX, 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 E236 VEX registered?

E236 VEX is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E236 VEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E236 VEX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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