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E437 TKO

1987 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,456 mi
Last recorded35,456 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki ZL100029,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE437 TKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 35,456 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 35,377 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 35,081 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 34,383 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 33,648 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 33,079 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 32,860 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 32,476 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 30,602 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 30,018 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 29,918 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 29,358 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 28,708 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 28,468 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 26,854 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2010 26,849 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 26,129 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 25,115 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 24,321 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007
Fail 7 Jul 2006 23,354 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 23,354 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZL1000?

Based on 1,235 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
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E437 TKO is a 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 29,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E437 TKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki ZL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E437 TKO registered?

E437 TKO is a 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 15 December 1987.

Is E437 TKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E437 TKO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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