1993 KAWASAKI ZZR11001.1L PETROL

The most recent MOT entry for this 1993 Kawasaki ZZR1100, dated 2014-10-25, resulted in a pass with recorded issues including slightly pitted front and rear brake discs and a speedo cable requiring securing. However, a failure occurred just one day prior (2014-10-24), revealing multiple critical concerns: excessively worn or pitted front brake discs, inadequate brake pedal reserve travel, an insecure fuel system component, steering headbearing free play, and a speedo cable fouling the front disc. These findings suggest inconsistent maintenance or unresolved mechanical issues. Recurring problems include brake disc wear (pitted or excessively worn) and brake pedal reserve travel deficiencies, both of which were flagged in the 2014 failure. The 2012 MOT noted a slight free play in the rear suspension bearing, while earlier entries from 2010 showed no defects but included a failure due to headlamp aim and throttle issues. The pattern indicates ongoing brake-related concerns and occasional alignment or suspension faults, though no major safety-critical defects were recorded in the final 2014 pass. The vehicle’s mileage of 47,296 miles over 33 years equates to roughly 1,433 miles annually, which is low for its age . This could imply infrequent use or prolonged periods of inactivity, potentially leading to component degradation (e.g., rubber seals, fluids, or electrical systems). However, the low mileage does not necessarily correlate with severe wear on high-mileage components like engines or transmissions, though brake discs and suspension parts show signs of aging. The trend from 2010 to 2014 shows mixed results : a 2010 failure, followed by a 2012 pass, then a 2014 failure and subsequent pass.