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OKH 408V

1980 Kawasaki KZ1000

Maroon Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,042 mi
Last recorded31,042 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKH 408V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ1000
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2024 31,042 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 29,554 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 28,666 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 28,301 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 27,321 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 24,092 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 23,743 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 23,411 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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OKH 408V is a 1980 Kawasaki KZ1000 in Maroon with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OKH 408V, 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.

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What year was OKH 408V registered?

OKH 408V is a 1980 Kawasaki KZ1000, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is OKH 408V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKH 408V shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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