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L589 GKE

1994 Kawasaki Zzr

Blue Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,404 mi
Last recorded48,404 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zzr33,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL589 GKE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 48,404 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 48,325 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 48,018 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 47,042 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 45,659 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 45,659 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 45,484 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 45,194 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 44,788 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2013 44,781 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 42,260 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

front tyre valve starting to crack/perish

silencer loose still secure

Pass 7 Apr 2011 41,717 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 41,154 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 40,141 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 39,835 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 39,581 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 38,500 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr?

Based on 6,151 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
813
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
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L589 GKE is a 1994 Kawasaki Zzr in Blue with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 33,739 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zzr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L589 GKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 32 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L589 GKE registered?

L589 GKE is a 1994 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 6 May 1994.

Is L589 GKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L589 GKE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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