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MCT 79P

1976 Kawasaki Z900

Green Petrol 903cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

28,587 mi
Last recorded28,587 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1976 Kawasaki Z90031,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCT 79P
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ900
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine903cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 28,587 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 28,312 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 28,233 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 28,169 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 28,101 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 28,086 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 27,939 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 27,829 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Swing-arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 17 Aug 2017 27,829 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Swing-arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2016 27,641 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 27,238 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 26,576 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 25,704 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 24,114 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 22,222 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 21,003 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 19,423 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 17,729 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 17,729 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 15,624 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 13,524 miles

Centre Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 13,524 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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MCT 79P is a 1976 Kawasaki Z900 in Green with a 903cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1976 Kawasaki Z900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 31,412 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 MCT 79P, 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 50 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 MCT 79P registered?

MCT 79P is a 1976 Kawasaki Z900, first registered on 1 April 1976.

Is MCT 79P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCT 79P shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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