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F498 LBM

1989 Kawasaki ZX-10

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,865 mi
Last recorded34,865 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZX-1038,637 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF498 LBM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 34,865 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 34,865 miles

Front Brake lever insecure Front brake lever insecure, Securing nut missing (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2026 34,859 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 34,848 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 34,433 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 34,143 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 34,123 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 32,720 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 32,718 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2016 32,225 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 31,993 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 30,717 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 29,910 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 29,642 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 28,874 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 28,874 miles

Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 28,028 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 28,028 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Oct 2008 27,013 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 25,859 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 25,665 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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F498 LBM is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F498 LBM, 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 F498 LBM registered?

F498 LBM is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F498 LBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F498 LBM shows 21 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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