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BFV 820R

1992 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,413 mi
Last recorded41,413 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki Z100030,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFV 820R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 41,413 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 41,413 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit only 1.1 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 41,405 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 41,391 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 41,368 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2017 41,368 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2016 41,345 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Rear main stand rubber worn

Pass 30 Jul 2015 41,201 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2015 41,201 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 40,840 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 40,840 miles

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

Centre Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 39,767 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 38,015 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 37,697 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 36,890 miles

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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BFV 820R is a 1992 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 30,086 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFV 820R, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BFV 820R registered?

BFV 820R is a 1992 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 9 March 1992.

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The MOT history for BFV 820R shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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