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E281 PFR

1997 Kawasaki ZX-10

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,045 mi
Last recorded75,045 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-1038,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE281 PFR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2011 75,045 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Aug 2011 75,045 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 13 Apr 2010 73,020 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 73,020 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 71,207 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 68,801 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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E281 PFR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 38,922 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 ZX-10 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 167 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E281 PFR, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E281 PFR registered?

E281 PFR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is E281 PFR safe to buy?

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