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G554 DPA

1989 Kawasaki ZX-10

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,107 mi
Last recorded58,107 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2016
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZX-1038,637 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG554 DPA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016 58,107 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2016 57,886 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

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

Centre Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage may need greasing using the nipples (2.4.A2a(i))

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive rear drive blocks (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front mirror damaged

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 54,154 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 52,560 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 49,584 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 43,536 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)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 15 Oct 2010 43,536 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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

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)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 May 2008 42,259 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 41,238 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 41,139 miles

Nearside Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

Offside Front Brake cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

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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G554 DPA is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 38,637 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 G554 DPA, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G554 DPA is a 1989 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 20 November 1989.

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