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H401 BEA

1990 Kawasaki ZX10

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,450 mi
Last recorded33,450 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki ZX1027,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH401 BEA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX10
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 33,450 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH FORK LEGS (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 32,963 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2024 32,963 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 31,603 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 30,816 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 30,332 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 29,183 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 27,472 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 27,472 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 27,123 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 26,961 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 26,685 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 26,685 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 26,176 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 25,454 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 25,161 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 22,218 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 21,015 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX10?

Based on 2,585 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
694
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
reflector on motorcycle missing 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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H401 BEA is a 1990 Kawasaki ZX10 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki ZX10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 27,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX10 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H401 BEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX10 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki ZX10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H401 BEA registered?

H401 BEA is a 1990 Kawasaki ZX10, first registered on 12 September 1990.

Is H401 BEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H401 BEA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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