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G152 APL

1989 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,593 mi
Last recorded39,593 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZL100023,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG152 APL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 39,593 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 39,022 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 38,657 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 37,923 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 36,502 miles

final drive needs atention

Pass 24 Apr 2013 36,126 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 35,801 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 35,132 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 33,966 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Apr 2010 33,966 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 33,678 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 32,385 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 31,509 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 30,659 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 30,658 miles

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

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

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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G152 APL is a 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 G152 APL, 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 G152 APL registered?

G152 APL is a 1989 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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