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BSS 302M

1975 Kawasaki Z1

Brown Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

603 mi
Last recorded603 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1975 Kawasaki Z129,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSS 302M
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1
Year1975
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 603 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 397 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 145 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 1 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 May 2012 33,203 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 33,203 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Fail 14 Apr 2011 32,673 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 32,673 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 32,036 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 31,565 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 31,239 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 30,284 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 29,030 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1?

Based on 1,544 MOT tests across 321 vehicles.

89.8%
Pass Rate
239
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
321
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 7
Headlamp aim too high 6
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 5
Horn not working 5
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BSS 302M is a 1975 Kawasaki Z1 in Brown with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1975 Kawasaki Z1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 29,112 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 Z1 fails its MOT is direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSS 302M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 51 years old, this Kawasaki Z1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BSS 302M registered?

BSS 302M is a 1975 Kawasaki Z1, first registered on 31 December 1975.

Is BSS 302M safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSS 302M shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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