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SJY 859T

1979 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

47,767 mi
Last recorded47,767 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z100038,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJY 859T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 47,767 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 47,048 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 46,451 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 45,648 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 44,640 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 43,683 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 19 Mar 2014 43,683 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 19 Apr 2013 43,667 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 43,667 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 43,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Fail 26 Aug 2010 43,659 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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SJY 859T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 38,349 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 Z1000 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJY 859T, 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 47 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 SJY 859T registered?

SJY 859T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 3 April 1979.

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