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TCU 251Y

1983 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

34,273 mi
Last recorded34,273 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2008
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z100033,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCU 251Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2008 34,273 miles

Tyres are beginning to crack due to age.

Pass 4 Aug 2007 34,065 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 34,055 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2006 33,012 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 7 Jul 2006 33,012 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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TCU 251Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 33,592 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 TCU 251Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of TCU 251Y?

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What year was TCU 251Y registered?

TCU 251Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 11 March 1983.

Is TCU 251Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCU 251Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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