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F294 KHJ

1988 Kawasaki ZL1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,295 mi
Last recorded51,295 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Kawasaki ZL100030,691 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF294 KHJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL1000
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 51,295 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 47,188 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 42,554 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 22 Apr 2024 42,551 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar left hand (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp switch slightly loose right hand switch gear (4.2.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 36,913 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 32,893 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidecar tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 32,890 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidecar tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 29,263 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZL1000?

Based on 1,235 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
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F294 KHJ is a 1988 Kawasaki ZL1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Kawasaki ZL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 30,691 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 ZL1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F294 KHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Kawasaki ZL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F294 KHJ registered?

F294 KHJ is a 1988 Kawasaki ZL1000, first registered on 31 August 1988.

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