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KFX 345V

1980 Kawasaki Z1000

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

323 mi
Last recorded323 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z100035,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFX 345V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 323 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 15,114 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

cushdrive rubbers have slight play

Pass 13 Nov 2018 12,700 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 12,700 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

drive chain link ground down

Pass 23 Oct 2017 11,574 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

gear lever slightly loose

steering head slightly loose

Fail 23 Oct 2017 11,574 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

gear lever slightly loose

steering head slightly loose

Pass 3 Oct 2015 11,430 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 10,980 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front tyre perished and split

front tyre unevenly worn

headlight pattern weak

Fail 7 Apr 2009 10,979 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front tyre perished and split

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 10 Aug 2006 8,718 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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KFX 345V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z1000 in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 35,111 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 KFX 345V, 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 46 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 KFX 345V registered?

KFX 345V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 30 December 1980.

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