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XCD 969S

1978 Kawasaki Z900

Red Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,314 mi
Last recorded16,314 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCD 969S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ900
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 16,314 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 15,967 miles

Some play in front brake disc bobbins,but not excessive.

Pass 14 Jun 2022 15,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 15,862 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2021 15,565 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 14,578 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 14,160 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 13,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 12,554 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 12,366 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 12,237 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 11,579 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 11,579 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 11,579 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 11,579 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2010 11,579 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 11,579 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z900?

Based on 4,260 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 22
Direction indicators not working 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Horn not working 14
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XCD 969S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z900 in Red with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z900 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XCD 969S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z900 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Kawasaki Z900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XCD 969S registered?

XCD 969S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z900, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is XCD 969S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCD 969S shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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