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A285 WHK

1983 Kawasaki Z1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,402 mi
Last recorded25,402 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z110031,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA285 WHK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 25,402 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect rear suspension damping reduced (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 May 2023 25,402 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect rear suspension damping reduced (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2020 24,892 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 24,845 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 24,845 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 24,506 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1100?

Based on 2,259 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
423
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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A285 WHK is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 31,200 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 Z1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A285 WHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A285 WHK registered?

A285 WHK is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A285 WHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A285 WHK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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