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DRL 501V

1980 Kawasaki Z

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,090 mi
Last recorded1,090 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z35,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRL 501V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 1,090 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 12 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 36,528 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear brake has slight bind

throttle slightly stiff on r/h lock

Pass 30 Mar 2007 35,873 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z?

Based on 896 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
501
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 5
Headlamp aim too high 4
Headlamp aim too low 4
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DRL 501V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.4% with a typical mileage of 35,835 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 Z fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRL 501V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRL 501V registered?

DRL 501V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z, first registered on 4 March 1980.

Is DRL 501V safe to buy?

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