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SOR 260S

1999 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,927 mi
Last recorded34,927 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki Z100033,564 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOR 260S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 34,927 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 34,927 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 33,969 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 33,969 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2014 33,742 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 32,694 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2012 32,694 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Offside Rear Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 32,446 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 32,438 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 31,435 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 30,739 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 29,578 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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SOR 260S is a 1999 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 33,564 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 SOR 260S, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SOR 260S?

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What year was SOR 260S registered?

SOR 260S is a 1999 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 4 September 1999.

Is SOR 260S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOR 260S shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SOR 260S have outstanding finance?

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