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E884 MWS

1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,601 mi
Last recorded52,601 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B139,577 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE884 MWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1000-B1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 52,601 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 51,051 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 50,207 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear cush drive has free play

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 1 Apr 2017 50,207 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear cush drive has free play

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 49,921 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 49,795 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 49,536 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 49,458 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 49,407 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 49,307 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 48,946 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 48,869 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 48,635 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 48,635 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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E884 MWS is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E884 MWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E884 MWS registered?

E884 MWS is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1, first registered on 1 June 1988.

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