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ETA 653T

1979 Kawasaki Z1300

Black Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,676 mi
Last recorded14,676 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2011
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z130029,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETA 653T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1300
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2011 14,676 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 10,377 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 9 May 2008 10,377 miles

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 10,377 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1300?

Based on 1,672 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
290
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Direction indicators not working 8
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ETA 653T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 in Black with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 29,364 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 Z1300 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ETA 653T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ETA 653T?

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What year was ETA 653T registered?

ETA 653T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is ETA 653T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETA 653T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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