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G472 CLK

1990 Kawasaki ZX-10

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

54,818 mi
Last recorded54,818 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki ZX-1035,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG472 CLK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 54,818 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 14,155 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 14,095 miles

brake slightly spongy

Fail 13 Jul 2013 14,045 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 May 2013 14,013 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 11,192 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 9,082 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 9,080 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 6,817 miles

left handle bar slightly bent

Pass 2 Sep 2008 2,972 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 59,061 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 58,995 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2007 58,908 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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G472 CLK is a 1990 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 G472 CLK, 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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G472 CLK is a 1990 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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