1989 KAWASAKI ZX-101.0L Petrol

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a perfectly stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 9 July 2025 at 55,412 miles resulted in a pass with zero defects, mirroring the clean results dating back to 2021. This consistency suggests the motorcycle has been maintained to a high standard and that the mechanical and structural components currently operate within acceptable parameters. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 37-year-old machine, averaging approximately 1,500 miles per year. Between July 2022 and July 2025, the bike covered only 400 miles, representing an average of just over 130 miles per month. This low usage indicates the vehicle is likely used sparingly for fair-weather riding or spends long periods in storage. While this reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine internals, it often masks issues related to age-related degradation of rubber and fluid components rather than mileage-based friction. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the MOT history, a physical inspection must focus on components affected by low-mileage storage. A buyer should specifically check for cracking in rubber hoses, perished brake lines, and degraded fork seals, which occur regardless of distance traveled. The frame should be examined closely for deep-seated corrosion at pivot points and welds, as the MOT test does not always detect internal structural rust that could compromise long-term integrity over four decades.