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WDP 256S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,158 mi
Last recorded18,158 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDP 256S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 18,158 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 18,158 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 17,767 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 17,628 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 17,547 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 17,465 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 49,037 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 49,037 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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WDP 256S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 34,102 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 WDP 256S, 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 48 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WDP 256S registered?

WDP 256S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is WDP 256S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDP 256S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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