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TVH 840T

1979 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,634 mi
Last recorded18,634 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z100038,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVH 840T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2014 18,634 miles

Engine oil leak

Fail 11 Jun 2014 18,634 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Engine oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2012 18,599 miles
Fail 3 May 2010 18,583 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Fail 11 Apr 2007 18,545 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 18,545 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (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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TVH 840T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 38,349 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 TVH 840T, 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 47 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 TVH 840T?

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What year was TVH 840T registered?

TVH 840T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 19 June 1979.

Is TVH 840T safe to buy?

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