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AWD 159Y

1982 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,714 mi
Last recorded37,714 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z100026,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWD 159Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 37,714 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spots in chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front no provision for front stop switch

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play possibly spindle fitment to aftermarket rear arm (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 37,691 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 37,691 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2019 37,599 miles

Rear rear tyre starting to perish small cracks

Pass 14 Jun 2018 37,371 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 37,060 miles

slight perishing front and rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 18 Jun 2016 37,019 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

slight perishing front tyre sidewalls

Fail 3 Oct 2015 37,007 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated holed (7.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front and rear tyre sidewalls are slightly perished

rear brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn

Pass 27 Aug 2014 36,790 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 36,560 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 11 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 4 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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AWD 159Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AWD 159Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AWD 159Y registered?

AWD 159Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 4 August 1982.

Is AWD 159Y safe to buy?

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