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BWS 596S

1998 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

40,467 mi
Last recorded40,467 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Z100032,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWS 596S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 40,467 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 40,153 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

one of the rear security bolts not tight

Pass 17 Jul 2013 40,153 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

one of the rear security bolts not tight

Fail 10 Aug 2012 38,991 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 38,991 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2011 38,036 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 38,036 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 36,727 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 36,727 miles

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 35,578 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre has slight cracking

Fail 7 Jul 2009 35,578 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear tyre has slight cracking

Pass 12 Jul 2008 34,680 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 32,140 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 31,188 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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BWS 596S is a 1998 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 32,561 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 BWS 596S, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BWS 596S registered?

BWS 596S is a 1998 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is BWS 596S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWS 596S shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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