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RVK 250S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,706 mi
Last recorded35,706 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVK 250S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2017 35,706 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 35,533 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 35,094 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 34,983 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 34,360 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 33,882 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 33,271 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 32,093 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 30,322 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 28,753 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 26,591 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 26,046 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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RVK 250S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RVK 250S, 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

How do I check the history of RVK 250S?

You can check the full history of RVK 250S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RVK 250S registered?

RVK 250S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is RVK 250S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVK 250S shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RVK 250S have outstanding finance?

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