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C545 VAJ

1985 Kawasaki ZG1300

Black Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,960 mi
Last recorded27,960 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2008
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki ZG130035,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC545 VAJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZG1300
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2008 27,960 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2006 27,936 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 27,936 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZG1300?

Based on 996 MOT tests across 136 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
136
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
Brake component is excessively corroded 2
brake recording little or no effort 2
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C545 VAJ is a 1985 Kawasaki ZG1300 in Black with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki ZG1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.2% with a typical mileage of 35,166 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 ZG1300 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C545 VAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZG1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki ZG1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C545 VAJ registered?

C545 VAJ is a 1985 Kawasaki ZG1300, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C545 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C545 VAJ 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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