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B524 XYY

1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1

Green Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,206 mi
Last recorded24,206 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R129,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB524 XYY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100 R1
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 24,206 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 23,757 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 23,080 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 22,987 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 22,612 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 22,562 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 22,562 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 20,899 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 17,350 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 16,493 miles

Split link (locking device) fitted to drive chain.

Fail 1 Mar 2012 16,493 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Split link (locking device) fitted to drive chain.

Pass 24 Mar 2011 14,550 miles

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

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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B524 XYY is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1 in Green 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 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 B524 XYY, 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.

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What year was B524 XYY registered?

B524 XYY is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B524 XYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for B524 XYY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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