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F221 RPK

1989 Kawasaki ZX-10

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,572 mi
Last recorded54,572 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZX-1038,637 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF221 RPK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 54,572 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 54,572 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2014 54,266 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2013 52,467 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear reflector partially obscured

swinging arm has slight damage to offside but not weakened

Pass 18 Apr 2012 50,814 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 49,716 miles

front and rear disc rusty

Pass 16 May 2008 48,363 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 42,676 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 36,730 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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F221 RPK is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F221 RPK, 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 F221 RPK registered?

F221 RPK is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 17 April 1989.

Is F221 RPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F221 RPK shows 9 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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