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A426 GFA

1983 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

45,829 mi
Last recorded45,829 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z100033,592 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA426 GFA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 45,829 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 45,829 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 45,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 45,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 44,030 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 42,355 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 45,718 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 45,713 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 45,711 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Outer Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

outer bar grip damaged

Fail 16 Mar 2013 45,711 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Outer Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

outer bar grip damaged

Pass 4 Apr 2012 45,702 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 45,699 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2011 45,699 miles

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2010 45,695 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 45,695 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 45,678 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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A426 GFA is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 33,592 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 A426 GFA, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A426 GFA registered?

A426 GFA is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A426 GFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A426 GFA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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