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F201 SMT

1989 Kawasaki ZX-10

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,015 mi
Last recorded39,015 miles
Recorded on26 May 2007
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZX-1038,637 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF201 SMT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2007 39,015 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 26 May 2007 39,015 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 3 May 2006 37,434 miles

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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F201 SMT is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F201 SMT, 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 F201 SMT registered?

F201 SMT is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 15 February 1989.

Is F201 SMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F201 SMT shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F201 SMT have outstanding finance?

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