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LVT 428V

1980 Kawasaki KZ1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2016
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

53,277 mi
Last recorded53,277 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVT 428V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ1000
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2015 53,277 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 53,277 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 53,263 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 53,263 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 21 Sep 2013 53,191 miles

Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 53,191 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Sep 2012 53,132 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 53,131 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 52,368 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2009 52,368 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 52,196 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KZ1000?

Based on 954 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
267
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Direction indicators not working 7
Horn not working 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
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LVT 428V is a 1980 Kawasaki KZ1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KZ1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LVT 428V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KZ1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki KZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LVT 428V registered?

LVT 428V is a 1980 Kawasaki KZ1000, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is LVT 428V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVT 428V shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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