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F65 FBW

1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,229 mi
Last recorded26,229 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B139,577 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF65 FBW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX1000-B1
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 26,229 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2021 26,163 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 26,157 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 26,152 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 26,145 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 26,137 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 26,125 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 26,114 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 26,100 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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F65 FBW is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F65 FBW, 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.

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What year was F65 FBW registered?

F65 FBW is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX1000-B1, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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