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BNA 518Y

1983 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,793 mi
Last recorded32,793 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2021
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z100033,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNA 518Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2021 32,793 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 32,190 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front disc as lots of surface rust

Nearside side panel missing

Offside Front disc as lots of surface rust

Offside side panel missing

Rear disc as surface rust

Pass 15 Mar 2016 31,443 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 42,093 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 42,072 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 41,942 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 41,942 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 40,489 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 39,302 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 38,788 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Right hand control (kill switch) loose

Pass 16 May 2009 38,788 miles

Chain guard missing

Right hand control (kill switch) loose

Fail 9 May 2009 38,788 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Chain guard missing

Right hand control (kill switch) loose

Pass 19 Jan 2008 38,389 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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BNA 518Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 33,592 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 BNA 518Y, 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 43 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 BNA 518Y registered?

BNA 518Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 7 April 1983.

Is BNA 518Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNA 518Y shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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