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F973 JMJ

1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,188 mi
Last recorded56,188 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100039,923 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF973 JMJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 56,188 miles

Slight fluctuation on front and rear brakes.

Pass 22 Dec 2016 54,701 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2016 54,701 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 45,852 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 45,845 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 May 2014 45,845 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 45,470 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 44,517 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 43,346 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 41,101 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 13 May 2009 41,100 miles

Offside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

Nearside Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

engine really noisey

possible l/h front fork leaking oil gaiters fitted so impossible to tell

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2008 41,100 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 39,329 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 38,316 miles

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

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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F973 JMJ is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F973 JMJ, 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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F973 JMJ is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 31 August 1988.

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