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NMV 321W

1981 Kawasaki Unknown

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Unknown21,740 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMV 321W
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016
Fail 27 May 2016

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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NMV 321W is a 1981 Kawasaki Unknown in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 21,740 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NMV 321W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NMV 321W registered?

NMV 321W is a 1981 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 21 February 1981.

Is NMV 321W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMV 321W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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