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E462 YAW

1988 Kawasaki ZX-10

Silver Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,359 mi
Last recorded19,359 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX-1037,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE462 YAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 19,359 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 19,342 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 19,202 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 18,898 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 18,370 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 18,208 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 18,195 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2007 17,697 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 17,950 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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E462 YAW is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Silver with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 E462 YAW, 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 E462 YAW registered?

E462 YAW is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 11 July 1988.

Is E462 YAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E462 YAW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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