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E54 CFJ

1988 Kawasaki ZX-10

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2011
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

63,019 mi
Last recorded63,019 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2010
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZX-1037,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE54 CFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2010 63,019 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jun 2010 62,999 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Mar 2010 62,986 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

slight bind front and rear brake

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 61,407 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 16 Mar 2009 61,407 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10?

Based on 7,640 MOT tests across 1,044 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
592
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,044
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 167
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 138
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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E54 CFJ is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 37,310 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-10 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 167 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E54 CFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E54 CFJ registered?

E54 CFJ is a 1988 Kawasaki ZX-10, first registered on 22 April 1988.

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