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HDA 209W

1981 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

10,601 mi
Last recorded10,601 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z100030,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDA 209W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 10,601 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 10,377 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 8,970 miles

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

Rear tyre is perished

Pass 21 Jul 2015 9,830 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 6,980 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2013 6,980 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 May 2012 6,150 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 6,150 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 4,949 miles

head lamp poor

left hand fork seal slight weap

Pass 26 Feb 2009 1,062 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 1,062 miles

Centre Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 117 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 112 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Centre Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Rear Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Centre Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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HDA 209W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HDA 209W, 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 HDA 209W registered?

HDA 209W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 16 February 1981.

Is HDA 209W safe to buy?

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