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DBY 578M

1974 Kawasaki Z900

Purple Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,743 mi
Last recorded36,743 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 Kawasaki Z90034,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBY 578M
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ900
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 36,743 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 36,710 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 36,680 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 36,674 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 36,614 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 36,496 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 36,496 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z900?

Based on 4,260 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 22
Direction indicators not working 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Horn not working 14
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DBY 578M is a 1974 Kawasaki Z900 in Purple with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 Kawasaki Z900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 34,570 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 Z900 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DBY 578M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z900 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 52 years old, this Kawasaki Z900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DBY 578M registered?

DBY 578M is a 1974 Kawasaki Z900, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is DBY 578M safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBY 578M shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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