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E294 XAG

1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000

Green Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

40,834 mi
Last recorded40,834 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG100039,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE294 XAG
MakeKawasaki
ModelGtr ZG1000
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 40,834 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 40,359 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 40,096 miles

Offside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 27 May 2022 39,699 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 39,330 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2020 39,030 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 38,793 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 38,466 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 38,110 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 37,673 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 27,279 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 36,682 miles

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 36,682 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 35,898 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 21 May 2012 35,131 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 34,512 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 33,829 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 33,829 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 28 May 2009 33,225 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 28 May 2009 33,225 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 32,591 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 31,662 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 30,537 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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E294 XAG is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 in Green with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 39,923 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 E294 XAG, 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 38 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 E294 XAG registered?

E294 XAG is a 1988 Kawasaki Gtr ZG1000, first registered on 18 July 1988.

Is E294 XAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E294 XAG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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