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F404 GRA

1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,849 mi
Last recorded62,849 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B139,577 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF404 GRA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1000-B1
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2024 62,849 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 59,265 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 57,209 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 55,521 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 53,998 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 52,683 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 52,196 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 50,067 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 48,333 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 45,949 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 13,420 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 41,120 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 38,889 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 36,012 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX1000-B1?

Based on 490 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
442
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 4
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F404 GRA is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 39,577 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F404 GRA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F404 GRA registered?

F404 GRA is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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