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F946 NBB

1989 Kawasaki ZL1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,982 mi
Last recorded20,982 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZL100023,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF946 NBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 20,982 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 20,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 20,763 miles

exhaust slightly noisey

Pass 24 Jun 2017 20,750 miles

Exhausts noisy

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 20,585 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 20,584 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 20,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front tyre starting to perish and crack in tyre treads take care

Pass 30 Aug 2012 20,137 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 19,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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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F946 NBB is a 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F946 NBB, 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 F946 NBB registered?

F946 NBB is a 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 12 April 1989.

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