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F198 JFM

1989 Kawasaki ZX-10

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,007 mi
Last recorded25,007 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2014
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZX-1038,637 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF198 JFM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2014 25,007 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 24,190 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 23,589 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2011 23,589 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 21,977 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 29,384 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

head lights very poor illumination

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?

Based on 7,640 MOT tests across 1,044 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 167
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 138
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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F198 JFM is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 38,637 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-10 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 167 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F198 JFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F198 JFM registered?

F198 JFM is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is F198 JFM safe to buy?

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