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B870 XYT

1985 Kawasaki Z750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,177 mi
Last recorded7,177 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z75038,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB870 XYT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ750
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 7,177 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 5,482 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 5,450 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies does not illuminate when front brake is applied. (1.3.1a)

Brake pedal mounting insecure rear brake pedal/hanger cracked.not secure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swinging arm bushes have slight play, (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 3,925 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 1,491 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 23 miles

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

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

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

front brake slightly spongy

Fail 4 Jun 2013 23 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z750?

Based on 15,307 MOT tests across 1,858 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,858
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 155
reflector on motorcycle missing 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 86
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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B870 XYT is a 1985 Kawasaki Z750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki Z750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 38,880 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 Z750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B870 XYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z750 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 41 years old, this Kawasaki Z750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B870 XYT registered?

B870 XYT is a 1985 Kawasaki Z750, first registered on 6 June 1985.

Is B870 XYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B870 XYT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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