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JRL 860W

1981 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,330 mi
Last recorded65,330 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z100030,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRL 860W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 65,330 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2012 65,103 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 64,911 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 64,907 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 64,868 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 May 2010 64,703 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 64,118 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 60,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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JRL 860W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JRL 860W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JRL 860W registered?

JRL 860W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 23 April 1981.

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