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D81 ELS

1986 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Silver Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,317 mi
Last recorded53,317 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100045,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD81 ELS
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 53,317 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 52,819 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 49,975 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 49,967 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 47,311 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 43,468 miles

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 20 Mar 2009 42,499 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 41,786 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2006 40,533 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000?

Based on 4,999 MOT tests across 660 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 117
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 95
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 59
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 41
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D81 ELS is a 1986 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Silver with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 45,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D81 ELS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D81 ELS registered?

D81 ELS is a 1986 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 18 August 1986.

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The MOT history for D81 ELS shows 9 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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