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GKL 116V

1979 Kawasaki Z1000

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

582 mi
Last recorded582 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z100038,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKL 116V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 582 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 556 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

green lane bobber

Pass 11 Jul 2011 490 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 490 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 530 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009
Pass 31 Mar 2008
Pass 29 Mar 2007 12 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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GKL 116V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1000 in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 38,349 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GKL 116V, 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 47 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 GKL 116V registered?

GKL 116V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 9 October 1979.

Is GKL 116V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKL 116V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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