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C43 FVU

1986 Kawasaki Z1100 R1

Green Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,594 mi
Last recorded29,594 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki Z1100 R125,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC43 FVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100 R1
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 29,594 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 29,052 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 28,810 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 28,807 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 27,241 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 26,787 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 25,474 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 24,411 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 23,342 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 23,043 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 22,376 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 21,480 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 21,173 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 21,173 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 20,931 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 20,931 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1100 R1?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

90.7%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 4
Direction indicators not working 4
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
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C43 FVU is a 1986 Kawasaki Z1100 R1 in Green with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki Z1100 R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 25,617 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 Z1100 R1 fails its MOT is direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C43 FVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1100 R1 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C43 FVU registered?

C43 FVU is a 1986 Kawasaki Z1100 R1, first registered on 7 June 1986.

Is C43 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C43 FVU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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