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RKU 254X

1982 Kawasaki KZ1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,556 mi
Last recorded11,556 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki KZ100025,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKU 254X
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ1000
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 11,556 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 11,374 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 11,374 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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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RKU 254X is a 1982 Kawasaki KZ1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki KZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 25,710 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 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 RKU 254X, 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 44 years old, this Kawasaki KZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RKU 254X?

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What year was RKU 254X registered?

RKU 254X is a 1982 Kawasaki KZ1000, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is RKU 254X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKU 254X shows 3 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 RKU 254X have outstanding finance?

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