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TAO 184S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,096 mi
Last recorded3,096 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2009
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAO 184S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2009 3,096 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 1,785 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 1,776 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 22,371 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 21,817 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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TAO 184S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 TAO 184S, 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

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What year was TAO 184S registered?

TAO 184S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is TAO 184S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAO 184S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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