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F498 BAW

1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Grey Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,794 mi
Last recorded46,794 miles
Recorded on19 May 2010
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100039,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF498 BAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2010 46,794 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

h rated tyre fitted to front

Fail 11 May 2010 16,767 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre unsuitable /one stop bulb not working

Pass 1 Jun 2009 45,727 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 45,676 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 43,540 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

cockpit fairing missing

day time mot no lights fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2007 72,333 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 71,954 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000?

Based on 4,999 MOT tests across 660 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 117
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 41
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F498 BAW is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Grey with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 39,923 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 Gtr ZG1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F498 BAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F498 BAW registered?

F498 BAW is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 15 September 1988.

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The MOT history for F498 BAW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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