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RTE 424S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Blue Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,257 mi
Last recorded45,257 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTE 424S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2020 45,257 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 43,399 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 41,977 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 39,615 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 37,174 miles

Alloy banjo fittings on rear brake hose.

Nearside Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 May 2008 33,467 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 31,040 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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RTE 424S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Blue with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 34,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RTE 424S, 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 48 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 RTE 424S registered?

RTE 424S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 9 March 1978.

Is RTE 424S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTE 424S shows 7 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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