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TKC 665T

1979 Kawasaki Z1300

Black Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,126 mi
Last recorded29,126 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z130029,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKC 665T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1300
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 29,126 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 28,313 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 28,053 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 26,210 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 23,884 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 64,986 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 64,838 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 64,838 miles

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 8 May 2014 64,792 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 64,535 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 24,135 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2007 39,512 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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TKC 665T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 in Black with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 29,364 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TKC 665T, 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 47 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 TKC 665T?

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What year was TKC 665T registered?

TKC 665T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is TKC 665T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKC 665T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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