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BCV 965T

1979 Kawasaki Z1300

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,100 mi
Last recorded19,100 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z130029,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCV 965T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1300
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 19,100 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 18,974 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 18,974 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1300?

Based on 1,672 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
290
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Direction indicators not working 8
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BCV 965T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 29,364 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 Z1300 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BCV 965T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BCV 965T registered?

BCV 965T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is BCV 965T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCV 965T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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