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G331 TVK

1990 Kawasaki ZX-10

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

49,690 mi
Last recorded49,690 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki ZX-1035,440 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG331 TVK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 49,690 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front brake lever freeplay maximum considered, suggest brake fluid change and adjustment

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 48,548 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front brake lever play in the mounting bush

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated suggest replacement (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Sep 2024 48,542 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front brake lever play in the mounting bush

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated suggest replacement (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 45,690 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 45,684 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 43,597 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2022 43,591 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2021 41,101 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 38,043 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2020 37,990 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 35,944 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 35,818 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 34,016 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 33,983 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. front forks reach limit easily which may cause damage to brake components. this also will cause handling issues under heavy braking. (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 32,323 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 26,964 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 25,393 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2012 24,813 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 24,717 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 24,629 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 24,629 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 23,349 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 23,345 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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G331 TVK is a 1990 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 35,440 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 G331 TVK, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G331 TVK registered?

G331 TVK is a 1990 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 15 January 1990.

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