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KPV 486P

1975 Kawasaki Z900

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

1,632 mi
Last recorded1,632 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 1975 Kawasaki Z90029,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPV 486P
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ900
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 1,632 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 38,027 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 37,660 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 37,291 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 37,014 miles

squeak from rear suspension / shocks

Fail 6 May 2014 37,010 miles

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

rear tyre rubbing on swing arm

squeak from rear suspension / shocks

Pass 20 Oct 2012 36,550 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 36,277 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Oct 2010 35,987 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 35,982 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 35,522 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 17 Oct 2009 35,522 miles

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

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 35,154 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 35,154 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 34,835 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 34,835 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 34,079 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z900?

Based on 4,260 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 22
Direction indicators not working 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Horn not working 14
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KPV 486P is a 1975 Kawasaki Z900 in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1975 Kawasaki Z900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 29,750 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 Z900 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPV 486P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z900 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 51 years old, this Kawasaki Z900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KPV 486P registered?

KPV 486P is a 1975 Kawasaki Z900, first registered on 1 August 1975.

Is KPV 486P safe to buy?

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