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D81 TAM

1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

49,182 mi
Last recorded49,182 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100044,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD81 TAM
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 49,182 miles

Oil leak on engine

Fail 24 Jan 2019 49,182 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Oil leak on engine

Pass 18 Jul 2017 49,183 miles

exhaust blow border line

Pass 25 May 2016 31,517 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Fail 24 May 2016 31,517 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired steering dampner (2.2.C.1h)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 27 May 2015 31,179 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 29,650 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 29,650 miles

Centre Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 27,828 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 27,828 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 27,501 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Outer Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 27,501 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 26,447 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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 TAM is a 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 44,009 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 Gtr ZG1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D81 TAM, 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 39 years old, this Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D81 TAM registered?

D81 TAM is a 1987 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 2 April 1987.

Is D81 TAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D81 TAM shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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