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B226 TLJ

1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1

Silver Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,058 mi
Last recorded48,058 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R129,792 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB226 TLJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100 R1
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2025 48,058 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 47,776 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 47,665 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 47,321 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 46,310 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 45,591 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1100 R1?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

90.7%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 4
Direction indicators not working 4
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
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B226 TLJ is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1 in Silver with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 29,792 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z1100 R1 fails its MOT is direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B226 TLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1100 R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B226 TLJ?

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What year was B226 TLJ registered?

B226 TLJ is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1, first registered on 17 May 1985.

Is B226 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B226 TLJ shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B226 TLJ have outstanding finance?

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