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F36 SHY

1989 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,019 mi
Last recorded24,019 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZL100023,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF36 SHY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 24,019 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 19,710 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 19,354 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 19,308 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 19,308 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 19,266 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 19,024 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 18,507 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 18,046 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 18,025 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 18,002 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 17,967 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 17,947 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 17,902 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 17,854 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 17,854 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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F36 SHY is a 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 23,914 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F36 SHY, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki ZL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F36 SHY registered?

F36 SHY is a 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 2 May 1989.

Is F36 SHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F36 SHY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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