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BBK 51M

1974 Kawasaki Z900

Brown Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,635 mi
Last recorded40,635 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 1974 Kawasaki Z90034,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBK 51M
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ900
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 40,635 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 38,157 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 37,822 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 36,330 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 36,326 miles

Rear tyre starting to perish between treads

Pass 7 Nov 2014 32,802 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 31,896 miles

Flasher warning lamp in op

N/S headlamp bracket damaged

Pass 8 Mar 2012 30,526 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 29,255 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2010 29,255 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 28,289 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 27,772 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 25,154 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

fuel tank not fully secure

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z900?

Based on 4,260 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 22
Direction indicators not working 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Horn not working 14
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BBK 51M is a 1974 Kawasaki Z900 in Brown with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1974 Kawasaki Z900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 34,570 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z900 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BBK 51M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z900 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 52 years old, this Kawasaki Z900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBK 51M registered?

BBK 51M is a 1974 Kawasaki Z900, first registered on 31 December 1974.

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The MOT history for BBK 51M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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