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C870 BYR

1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1

Green Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

9,586 mi
Last recorded9,586 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R129,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC870 BYR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100 R1
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 9,586 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 9,564 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 9,563 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 9,429 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 9,341 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 8,685 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 8,618 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 8,493 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 7,763 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 57,755 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Upper Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 Apr 2010 57,756 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

rear pillion foot rests slightly worn

clutch is very stiff in operation

Fail 23 Dec 2008 57,518 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 57,518 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 May 2007 54,954 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 54,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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C870 BYR is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1 in Green with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 29,792 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 C870 BYR, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 R1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C870 BYR?

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What year was C870 BYR registered?

C870 BYR is a 1985 Kawasaki Z1100 R1, first registered on 12 August 1985.

Is C870 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C870 BYR 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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