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BBJ 688S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,736 mi
Last recorded38,736 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBJ 688S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2011 38,736 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 37,040 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 34,456 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 31,775 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 5,718 miles

Front Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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BBJ 688S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 34,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BBJ 688S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBJ 688S registered?

BBJ 688S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BBJ 688S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBJ 688S shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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