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A720 LBV

1983 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,165 mi
Last recorded28,165 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z100033,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA720 LBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 28,165 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 27,796 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front light oil mist from bottom of LH fork leg screw.

Fail 27 Jul 2021 27,796 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front light oil mist from bottom of LH fork leg screw.

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 27,619 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 27,619 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 27,431 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 27,431 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play top yoke (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2017 27,309 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 26,141 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 25,246 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 25,182 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 24,896 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 24,754 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 24,754 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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A720 LBV is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 33,592 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A720 LBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A720 LBV registered?

A720 LBV is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 21 October 1983.

Is A720 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A720 LBV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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