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MGE 10Y

1983 Kawasaki Z1100

Black Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,305 mi
Last recorded13,305 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2020
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z110031,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGE 10Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2020 13,305 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned WHEEL ALIGNMENT BIAS TO THE RIGHT (2.4 (a))

Fail 28 Feb 2020 13,305 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned WHEEL ALIGNMENT BIAS TO THE RIGHT (2.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED DURING TEST (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED DURING TEST (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2012 12,789 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 11,592 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 11,591 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 2,651 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 2,651 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2009 2,651 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 1,034 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1100?

Based on 2,259 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
423
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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MGE 10Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100 in Black with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 31,200 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 Z1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGE 10Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MGE 10Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 25 February 1983.

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