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E757 BVM

1988 Kawasaki ZG1300

Black Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,193 mi
Last recorded15,193 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZG130036,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE757 BVM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZG1300
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 15,193 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 15,106 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 15,063 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 14,824 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 14,731 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 14,413 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 14,413 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 14,395 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 14,228 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 14,038 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 13,554 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 13,541 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 13,315 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 13,315 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 13,066 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 12,793 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 12,432 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 12,031 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZG1300?

Based on 996 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
Brake component is excessively corroded 2
brake recording little or no effort 2
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E757 BVM is a 1988 Kawasaki ZG1300 in Black with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki ZG1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 36,154 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 ZG1300 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E757 BVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZG1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki ZG1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E757 BVM registered?

E757 BVM is a 1988 Kawasaki ZG1300, first registered on 21 June 1988.

Is E757 BVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E757 BVM shows 18 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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