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ABA 720Y

1982 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,420 mi
Last recorded29,420 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z100026,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABA 720Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 29,420 miles

Lower slight oil leak from sump

Upper slight oil leak from rocker cover

Pass 9 Apr 2022 29,171 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 28,929 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2021 28,929 miles

Brake component insecure rear brake torque arm retaining bolt ,loose (1.1.21 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 27,556 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 27,422 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 25,664 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2015 24,419 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 24,413 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 22,942 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 22,932 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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ABA 720Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 26,863 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 ABA 720Y, 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 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ABA 720Y registered?

ABA 720Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 6 September 1982.

Is ABA 720Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABA 720Y shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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