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NWL 973W

1981 Kawasaki KZ750

Black Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,624 mi
Last recorded14,624 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki KZ75015,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWL 973W
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ750
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 14,624 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 21 May 2016 14,483 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 14,351 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 13,989 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 13,989 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front and rear brake discs fitted incorrectly.which means discs dont run in middle of calipers which has caused the front brake to be spongy

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KZ750?

Based on 489 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
266
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 4
reflector on motorcycle missing 3
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 3
wheel bearings have excessive free play 3
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NWL 973W is a 1981 Kawasaki KZ750 in Black with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki KZ750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 15,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KZ750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NWL 973W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KZ750 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki KZ750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NWL 973W registered?

NWL 973W is a 1981 Kawasaki KZ750, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is NWL 973W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWL 973W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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