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E268 VUB

1988 Kawasaki ZG1300

Red Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

46,581 mi
Last recorded46,581 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZG130036,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE268 VUB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZG1300
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 46,581 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 45,756 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 45,081 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 45,081 miles

Brake effort inadequate at a wheel rear brake not working no resistance on test (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements not working at time of test (7.7 (c))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 44,158 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 43,742 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 42,635 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 40,567 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 39,140 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 38,448 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 38,030 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 37,590 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 37,566 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 36,673 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 36,295 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZG1300?

Based on 996 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
Brake component is excessively corroded 2
brake recording little or no effort 2
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E268 VUB is a 1988 Kawasaki ZG1300 in Red with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki ZG1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 36,154 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 ZG1300 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E268 VUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZG1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki ZG1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E268 VUB registered?

E268 VUB is a 1988 Kawasaki ZG1300, first registered on 13 May 1988.

Is E268 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E268 VUB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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