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RMD 772Y

1982 Kawasaki Z1100

Black Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

16,742 mi
Last recorded16,742 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z110033,612 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMD 772Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 16,742 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 16,742 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 16,742 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 16,473 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2012 16,473 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 26 May 2011 15,595 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 May 2011 15,595 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 May 2010 14,126 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 14,126 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 13,326 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nail in front tyre

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 12,168 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

n/s fork top nut flange cracked

Fail 7 Feb 2008 12,168 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

n/s fork top nut flange cracked

Pass 18 Jul 2007 11,296 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1100?

Based on 2,259 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
423
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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RMD 772Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1100 in Black with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 33,612 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 Z1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RMD 772Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RMD 772Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 17 August 1982.

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