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E968 DRN

1988 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,263 mi
Last recorded32,263 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZL100030,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE968 DRN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 32,263 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 30,691 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 27,974 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 27,325 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 27,153 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 27,153 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 25,837 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 25,155 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 25,155 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZL1000?

Based on 1,235 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
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E968 DRN is a 1988 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki ZL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 30,691 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 ZL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E968 DRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki ZL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E968 DRN registered?

E968 DRN is a 1988 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 7 January 1988.

Is E968 DRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E968 DRN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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