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VNC 553S

1977 Kawasaki Z1000

Green Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,065 mi
Last recorded28,065 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki Z100028,440 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNC 553S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2019 28,065 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 27,775 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 27,336 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear tyre perished

Pass 19 Sep 2015 27,260 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 27,074 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 26,550 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 25,889 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 25,803 miles

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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VNC 553S is a 1977 Kawasaki Z1000 in Green with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 28,440 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VNC 553S, 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 49 years old, this Kawasaki Z1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VNC 553S registered?

VNC 553S is a 1977 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 3 November 1977.

Is VNC 553S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNC 553S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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