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D287 JRU

1987 Kawasaki ZG1300

Black Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,707 mi
Last recorded32,707 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki ZG130030,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD287 JRU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZG1300
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 32,707 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 32,687 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 32,361 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 31,519 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 31,097 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 30,676 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 30,250 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 30,209 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 29,505 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 29,155 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 28,822 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 28,725 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 28,725 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,263 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 27,684 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 27,363 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 26,872 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 26,033 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZG1300?

Based on 996 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
Brake component is excessively corroded 2
brake recording little or no effort 2
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D287 JRU is a 1987 Kawasaki ZG1300 in Black with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki ZG1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 30,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZG1300 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D287 JRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZG1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki ZG1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D287 JRU registered?

D287 JRU is a 1987 Kawasaki ZG1300, first registered on 9 June 1987.

Is D287 JRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D287 JRU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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