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VPM 811Y

1982 Kawasaki Z1000

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,516 mi
Last recorded32,516 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z100026,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPM 811Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 32,516 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 32,458 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 32,424 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 32,362 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 32,344 miles

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 32,340 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 32,165 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 32,031 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 31,882 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 31,680 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 31,680 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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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VPM 811Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1000 in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 26,863 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 VPM 811Y, 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 44 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 VPM 811Y?

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What year was VPM 811Y registered?

VPM 811Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is VPM 811Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPM 811Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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