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PUU 290Y

1983 Kawasaki Z1000

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

60,951 mi
Last recorded60,951 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2012
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z100033,592 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUU 290Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2012 60,951 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 60,898 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 60,896 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 60,763 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 60,566 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 60,256 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 60,246 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 60,064 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 Jul 2007 60,034 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 59,660 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1000?

Based on 26,900 MOT tests across 3,148 vehicles.

86.6%
Pass Rate
630
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
3,148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 213
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 202
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 96
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 79
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PUU 290Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 33,592 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PUU 290Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PUU 290Y registered?

PUU 290Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 25 April 1983.

Is PUU 290Y safe to buy?

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