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TMW 373S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Orange Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,941 mi
Last recorded37,941 miles
Recorded on21 May 2012
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMW 373S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 May 2012 37,941 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 21 May 2012 37,941 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 37,495 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight cracking in front tyre

Fail 16 Mar 2011 37,495 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

slight cracking in front tyre

Fail 5 Mar 2010 37,420 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

engine bolt loose

slight cracking in front tyre

Pass 5 Mar 2010 37,420 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

engine bolt loose

slight cracking in front tyre

Pass 13 Aug 2007 34,392 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

perish marks on rear tyre

Fail 10 Aug 2007 34,392 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake linkage slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

perish marks on rear tyre

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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TMW 373S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Orange with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 TMW 373S, 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

How do I check the history of TMW 373S?

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What year was TMW 373S registered?

TMW 373S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 23 June 1978.

Is TMW 373S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMW 373S shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TMW 373S have outstanding finance?

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