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F236 OPP

1989 Kawasaki ZX-10

Silver Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

49,068 mi
Last recorded49,068 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZX-1038,637 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF236 OPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 49,068 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 48,935 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 48,650 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 48,202 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 47,713 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 47,397 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 46,932 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 46,497 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 46,140 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 45,629 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 45,159 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 43,846 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 43,832 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 40,887 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 39,838 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 39,616 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 39,346 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 39,002 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 37,822 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 37,822 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2006 37,717 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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F236 OPP is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Silver with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 F236 OPP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F236 OPP registered?

F236 OPP is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 4 May 1989.

Is F236 OPP safe to buy?

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