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A783 OBK

1983 Kawasaki Z1100

Black Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,027 mi
Last recorded26,027 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z110031,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA783 OBK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2023 26,027 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 25,633 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 25,295 miles

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

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 23,154 miles
Pass 23 May 2018

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 12,770 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 21,044 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 19,865 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 15,845 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 15,845 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 6,388 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 8,330 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 5,533 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 26 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test

no mirrors fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Sep 2006

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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A783 OBK is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100 in Black with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A783 OBK, 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 A783 OBK registered?

A783 OBK is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 8 August 1983.

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The MOT history for A783 OBK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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