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GEL 653Y

1983 Kawasaki Z1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

40,328 mi
Last recorded40,328 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z100033,592 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 653Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 40,328 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 40,327 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 40,327 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 39,791 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 39,789 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 39,632 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 39,595 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 39,332 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 39,332 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 May 2015 39,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 39,188 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 38,628 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 38,445 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 38,095 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 38,033 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 May 2009 38,033 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 37,940 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 37,940 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 37,863 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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GEL 653Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GEL 653Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEL 653Y registered?

GEL 653Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 28 February 1983.

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The MOT history for GEL 653Y shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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