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TSX 488V

1980 Kawasaki Unknown

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,379 mi
Last recorded30,379 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Unknown17,851 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSX 488V
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 30,379 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 30,379 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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TSX 488V is a 1980 Kawasaki Unknown in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 17,851 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSX 488V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of TSX 488V?

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What year was TSX 488V registered?

TSX 488V is a 1980 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 9 April 1980.

Is TSX 488V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSX 488V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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