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M327 YBD

1994 Kawasaki Zx

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

40,983 mi
Last recorded40,983 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki Zx28,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM327 YBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 40,983 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 40,373 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 39,620 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 38,700 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 38,700 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 37,640 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources no. plate light ,wrongly positioned (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 37,640 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources no. plate light ,wrongly positioned (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 36,729 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 35,355 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 33,580 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 33,580 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 31,820 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 31,820 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 29,905 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 29,905 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 28,399 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 28,399 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 27,226 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 26,030 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 25,355 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,355 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 23,587 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2011 23,586 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 21,451 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 21,451 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 21,107 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 20,494 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 18,190 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 18,190 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx?

Based on 43,635 MOT tests across 6,325 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
6,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
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M327 YBD is a 1994 Kawasaki Zx in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 28,678 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M327 YBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 32 years old, this Kawasaki Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M327 YBD registered?

M327 YBD is a 1994 Kawasaki Zx, first registered on 13 August 1994.

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