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AVG 354W

1981 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,060 mi
Last recorded49,060 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z100030,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVG 354W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 49,060 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 49,060 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 49,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 49,049 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 45,553 miles

n/s rear indicator lamp glass missing

Pass 9 Jul 2010 45,469 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 45,031 miles

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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AVG 354W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 30,562 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 AVG 354W, 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 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AVG 354W registered?

AVG 354W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is AVG 354W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVG 354W shows 7 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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