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DKX 27X

1982 Kawasaki KZ1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,725 mi
Last recorded61,725 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2010
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki KZ100025,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKX 27X
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ1000
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2010 61,725 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 61,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Idicaters flash at 60 FPM.

Fail 16 Sep 2008 61,621 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 61,621 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 61,621 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 61,621 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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

seat in poor condition.

Pass 26 Oct 2006 61,621 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Oct 2006 61,621 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 61,621 miles

Brake lights dim.

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

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

front tyre perished.

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KZ1000?

Based on 954 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
267
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Direction indicators not working 7
Horn not working 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
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DKX 27X is a 1982 Kawasaki KZ1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki KZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 25,710 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 KZ1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DKX 27X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KZ1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki KZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DKX 27X registered?

DKX 27X is a 1982 Kawasaki KZ1000, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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