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A348 VMG

1983 Kawasaki Z1100

Black Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

64,543 mi
Last recorded64,543 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z110031,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA348 VMG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 64,543 miles

Engine Oil Leak (Slight)

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard Missing

Pass 20 Sep 2018 64,426 miles

Exhaust Noisy

Fail 20 Sep 2018 64,426 miles

Exhaust Noisy

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 64,054 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 63,789 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 63,651 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 63,650 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 5 May 2010 63,649 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 May 2009 63,641 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 63,641 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 63,389 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 63,389 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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A348 VMG is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100 in Black with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 A348 VMG, 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 A348 VMG registered?

A348 VMG is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 16 September 1983.

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