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SBV 848T

1979 Kawasaki Z750

Brown Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

32,752 mi
Last recorded32,752 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z75022,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBV 848T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ750
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 32,752 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 32,672 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 32,672 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 32,586 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 5 Sep 2016 32,586 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 32,469 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 32,464 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking Front Mudguard (6.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 32,388 miles

Kick start is loose on shaft.

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2013 32,188 miles

CLUTCH LEVER IS STIFF TO OPERATE

INDICATORS ARE SLOW

Fail 16 Aug 2012 31,781 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2012 31,781 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 31,490 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 31,312 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 30,743 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 May 2009 30,743 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 29,940 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 29,224 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2007 29,224 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 27,514 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 27,514 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z750?

Based on 15,307 MOT tests across 1,858 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,858
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 155
reflector on motorcycle missing 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 86
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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SBV 848T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z750 in Brown with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 22,942 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 Z750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SBV 848T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z750 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SBV 848T?

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What year was SBV 848T registered?

SBV 848T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z750, first registered on 19 June 1979.

Is SBV 848T safe to buy?

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