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WWV 207Y

1983 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,370 mi
Last recorded17,370 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2017
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z100033,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWV 207Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2017 17,370 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 17,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front tyre starting to perish

Fail 24 Feb 2015 17,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front tyre starting to perish

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 16,552 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 28,713 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 28,706 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 27,863 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 27,863 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2007 27,357 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 27,357 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 27,060 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 26,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

footbrake pedal pivot bush slight wear

re-enforced brake hoses fitted all round

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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WWV 207Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 33,592 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 WWV 207Y, 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 43 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 WWV 207Y registered?

WWV 207Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 11 February 1983.

Is WWV 207Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWV 207Y shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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