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HIL 4896

1993 Kawasaki ZX-10

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

39,628 mi
Last recorded39,628 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 4896
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 39,628 miles

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

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper clip-on is slightly bent

Fail 22 Jul 2022 39,628 miles

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

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper clip-on is slightly bent

Pass 23 Jul 2021 37,679 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2021 37,679 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 37,035 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 37,000 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Offside Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 34,959 miles

front brake sticking slightly

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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HIL 4896 is a 1993 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HIL 4896, 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 33 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 HIL 4896 registered?

HIL 4896 is a 1993 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 15 June 1993.

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