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E29 ETL

1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Grey Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

91,134 mi
Last recorded91,134 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100039,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE29 ETL
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 91,134 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 87,162 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 86,434 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 84,503 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 81,363 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 79,630 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 78,222 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 78,633 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 78,572 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 76,497 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 74,979 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 72,067 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2009 70,719 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 68,155 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 68,145 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 29 May 2007 66,347 miles

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 25 May 2006 63,859 miles

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

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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E29 ETL is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Grey with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 39,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E29 ETL, 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 38 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E29 ETL registered?

E29 ETL is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 21 April 1988.

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The MOT history for E29 ETL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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