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KDZ 4194

1981 Kawasaki Z1100

Red Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,493 mi
Last recorded20,493 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z110032,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDZ 4194
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 20,493 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 20,493 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,760 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 19,759 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 19,512 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 19,512 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 19,289 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 19,289 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 18,886 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 18,886 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 18,333 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 18,333 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1100?

Based on 2,259 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
423
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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KDZ 4194 is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1100 in Red with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 32,772 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 Z1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KDZ 4194, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KDZ 4194 registered?

KDZ 4194 is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is KDZ 4194 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDZ 4194 shows 12 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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