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HEX 655Y

1982 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,334 mi
Last recorded40,334 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z100026,863 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEX 655Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 40,334 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 40,299 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 38,520 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 38,302 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 4,773 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 29,520 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 29,460 miles

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 May 2013 29,345 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 May 2013 29,345 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 May 2012 29,223 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 29,130 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 29,130 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 28,949 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 May 2009 28,594 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 May 2008 28,422 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 2,819 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 28,063 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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HEX 655Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HEX 655Y, 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.

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What year was HEX 655Y registered?

HEX 655Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 17 August 1982.

Is HEX 655Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEX 655Y shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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