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DHY 959W

1980 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 953cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,420 mi
Last recorded41,420 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z100035,111 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHY 959W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine953cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 41,420 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 41,307 miles

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 41,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 40,582 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 40,563 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Riders seat with a defective supporting structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 39,886 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 39,783 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2015 39,766 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 39,604 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 39,507 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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DHY 959W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 953cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 35,111 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 DHY 959W, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DHY 959W registered?

DHY 959W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 8 November 1980.

Is DHY 959W safe to buy?

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