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LHD 159N

1975 Kawasaki Z900

Black Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

3,730 mi
Last recorded3,730 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 1975 Kawasaki Z90029,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHD 159N
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ900
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 3,730 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2013 2,507 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

solid frame no rear suspension

Pass 8 Jun 2013 2,507 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

solid frame no rear suspension

Pass 4 May 2012 1,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

solid frame no rear suspension

Pass 22 Jun 2010 817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 817 miles

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil on front tyre!!!

Pass 6 Aug 2007 11 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 4 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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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LHD 159N is a 1975 Kawasaki Z900 in Black with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LHD 159N, 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.

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What year was LHD 159N registered?

LHD 159N is a 1975 Kawasaki Z900, first registered on 23 July 1975.

Is LHD 159N safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHD 159N shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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