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KFX 982V

1980 Kawasaki Z1300

Red Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,545 mi
Last recorded19,545 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z130030,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFX 982V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1300
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2026 19,545 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Seat fixing bolt missing

Rear Brake not locked on performance test.

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perished. (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 19,487 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Top box rubber mountings worn.

Pass 16 Jul 2024 19,264 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 19,007 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 18,847 miles

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 18,568 miles

Hi beam tale tale not working

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 May 2016 18,461 miles

Rear brake master cylinder showing signs of weepage

Pass 1 Aug 2008 18,155 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 18,127 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 17,820 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 16,971 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 16,951 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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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KFX 982V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z1300 in Red with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,861 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 KFX 982V, 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 46 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 KFX 982V registered?

KFX 982V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z1300, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is KFX 982V safe to buy?

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