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VJR 855Y

1983 Kawasaki Z1100

Green Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,577 mi
Last recorded68,577 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z110031,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJR 855Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 68,577 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 7 Jun 2022 68,577 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 68,412 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Apr 2020 68,409 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 68,400 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 68,312 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 67,123 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 66,124 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 64,907 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 64,276 miles

advise front tyre slight cracking

Pass 22 Aug 2012 63,471 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 62,379 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 61,452 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 59,807 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 58,433 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 Aug 2007 57,270 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 57,270 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 56,528 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1100?

Based on 2,259 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
423
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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VJR 855Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100 in Green with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 31,200 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJR 855Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VJR 855Y registered?

VJR 855Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 3 June 1983.

Is VJR 855Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJR 855Y shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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