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B432 DBO

1985 Kawasaki Z1100

Blue Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,634 mi
Last recorded46,634 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z110032,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB432 DBO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 46,634 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 46,593 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 45,834 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 45,516 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 45,115 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 44,222 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 43,274 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2010 43,274 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

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

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

Pass 30 May 2009 42,323 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 42,313 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 41,649 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 40,702 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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B432 DBO is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 in Blue with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 32,418 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 B432 DBO, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B432 DBO registered?

B432 DBO is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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