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FTA 1Y

1983 Kawasaki Z1000

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

4,101 mi
Last recorded4,101 miles
Recorded on4 May 2011
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z100033,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTA 1Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2011 4,101 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 4,101 miles

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 4,092 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 4,092 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

side stand doesnt always stay up in place.

Fail 18 Mar 2009 40,915 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Pass 4 May 2007 4,055 miles

no indicators fitted

no warning lamps fitted

Fail 27 Apr 2007 4,055 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

no indicators fitted

no warning lamps fitted

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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FTA 1Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 33,592 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 FTA 1Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FTA 1Y registered?

FTA 1Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 14 June 1983.

Is FTA 1Y safe to buy?

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