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E526 JLN

1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1

Multi-colour Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,809 mi
Last recorded50,809 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B139,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE526 JLN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1000-B1
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 50,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 48,043 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 47,431 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 39,845 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1000-B1?

Based on 490 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
442
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 4
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E526 JLN is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 in Multi-colour with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 39,577 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E526 JLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E526 JLN registered?

E526 JLN is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1, first registered on 4 March 1988.

Is E526 JLN safe to buy?

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