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K173 SBB

1993 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,103 mi
Last recorded29,103 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki ZZ-R110033,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK173 SBB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1100
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 29,103 miles

Front brakes binding but not sufficient to fail test.

Pass 9 May 2014 29,063 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 May 2013 28,930 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 May 2012 28,846 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 May 2011 28,566 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 27,881 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 May 2010 27,881 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 May 2009 26,762 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 24,208 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 22,974 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 20,294 miles

slight fluctuation at front brake

Fail 21 Apr 2006 20,285 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Offside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1100?

Based on 40,398 MOT tests across 4,020 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
4,020
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 737
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 732
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 494
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 432
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 370
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K173 SBB is a 1993 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 33,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K173 SBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K173 SBB registered?

K173 SBB is a 1993 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100, first registered on 1 February 1993.

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