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SWS 900S

1978 Kawasaki Unknown

Black Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

1,306 mi
Last recorded1,306 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Unknown20,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWS 900S
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 1,306 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 1,288 miles

Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Front Clutch lever assembly loose on handlebars

Front Front master cylinder loose on handlebars

Nearside Number 1 carb drippin fuel

Nearside Rear fame rail cracked and rusted

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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SWS 900S is a 1978 Kawasaki Unknown in Black with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 20,681 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 SWS 900S, 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 48 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWS 900S?

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What year was SWS 900S registered?

SWS 900S is a 1978 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 19 April 1978.

Is SWS 900S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWS 900S 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.

Does SWS 900S have outstanding finance?

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