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TIG 5793

1981 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

1,541 mi
Last recorded1,541 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z100030,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIG 5793
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2019 1,541 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Nearside Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 1,542 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Nearside Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 1,541 miles

Front Tyre fouling another component hitting mudguard (5.2.3 (f))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted cailper slider bolts (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn springer top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pivot excessively worn centre pivot (1.1.15 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire held on with cable ties (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively front and rear (6.1.7 (c) (i))

seat back rest slightly loose

split pins missing from castle nuts on front disc mounting

Pass 23 May 2018 175 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 175 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2014 12 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 8 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 8 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 8 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 8 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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TIG 5793 is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 30,562 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 TIG 5793, 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 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TIG 5793 registered?

TIG 5793 is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 26 March 1981.

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