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OLW 858P

1976 Kawasaki Z900

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,486 mi
Last recorded32,486 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 1976 Kawasaki Z90031,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLW 858P
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ900
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 32,486 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 32,373 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 32,373 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 32,295 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 31,985 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 31,849 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 31,492 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 31,492 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 31,257 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 31,257 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 31,113 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 31,113 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 30,922 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 30,918 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2006 30,627 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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OLW 858P is a 1976 Kawasaki Z900 in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 Kawasaki Z900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 31,412 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 Z900 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OLW 858P, 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 OLW 858P registered?

OLW 858P is a 1976 Kawasaki Z900, first registered on 30 December 1976.

Is OLW 858P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLW 858P shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OLW 858P have outstanding finance?

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