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APW 985S

1997 Kawasaki KZ1000

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,479 mi
Last recorded24,479 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki KZ100023,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPW 985S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ1000
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 24,479 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 24,121 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 23,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 23,607 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 23,607 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 23,607 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 May 2014 23,602 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 May 2014 23,602 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 23,600 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 23,599 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2011 23,594 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 23,594 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 23,478 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 23,411 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 22,238 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 21,836 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KZ1000?

Based on 954 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
267
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Direction indicators not working 7
Horn not working 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
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APW 985S is a 1997 Kawasaki KZ1000 in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki KZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 23,604 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 KZ1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APW 985S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KZ1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki KZ1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APW 985S registered?

APW 985S is a 1997 Kawasaki KZ1000, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is APW 985S safe to buy?

The MOT history for APW 985S 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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