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SWC 953W

1980 Kawasaki Z1300

Blue Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,698 mi
Last recorded33,698 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z130030,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWC 953W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1300
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 33,698 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 33,556 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 May 2017 33,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 May 2017 33,256 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2016 32,851 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 32,809 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1300?

Based on 1,672 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
290
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Direction indicators not working 8
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SWC 953W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z1300 in Blue with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,861 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 Z1300 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWC 953W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWC 953W?

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What year was SWC 953W registered?

SWC 953W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z1300, first registered on 17 September 1980.

Is SWC 953W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWC 953W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWC 953W have outstanding finance?

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