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E61 YAO

1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Purple Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

48,758 mi
Last recorded48,758 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100044,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE61 YAO
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1987
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 48,758 miles

Front Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 47,614 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 47,422 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 47,143 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 46,670 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 46,119 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 45,065 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 43,863 miles

Front Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 43,863 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 43,766 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 42,930 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 39,829 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 37,777 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 36,126 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 62,741 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2005 33,865 miles

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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E61 YAO is a 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Purple with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 44,009 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 Gtr ZG1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E61 YAO, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E61 YAO registered?

E61 YAO is a 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 16 September 1987.

Is E61 YAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E61 YAO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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