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B514 SDB

1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1

Green Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,934 mi
Last recorded36,934 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R129,792 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB514 SDB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100 R1
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 36,934 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 36,934 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2016 36,934 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 36,934 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 36,934 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 36,934 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 36,934 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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B514 SDB is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1 in Green with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B514 SDB, 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 B514 SDB?

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What year was B514 SDB registered?

B514 SDB is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1, first registered on 21 February 1985.

Is B514 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B514 SDB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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