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JEH 90V

1979 Kawasaki Z1300

Blue Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

35,343 mi
Last recorded35,343 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z130029,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEH 90V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1300
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2015 35,343 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 35,240 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 35,122 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 35,122 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 34,943 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 34,942 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2010 34,742 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 34,742 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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JEH 90V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 in Blue with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 JEH 90V, 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

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What year was JEH 90V registered?

JEH 90V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300, first registered on 19 October 1979.

Is JEH 90V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEH 90V shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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