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XHN 698S

1998 Kawasaki KZ1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,793 mi
Last recorded24,793 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki KZ100024,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHN 698S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ1000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 24,793 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 23,147 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 23,147 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 23,031 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 22,628 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 21,776 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KZ1000?

Based on 954 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
267
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Direction indicators not working 7
Horn not working 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
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XHN 698S is a 1998 Kawasaki KZ1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki KZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 24,490 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 KZ1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XHN 698S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KZ1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki KZ1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XHN 698S?

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What year was XHN 698S registered?

XHN 698S is a 1998 Kawasaki KZ1000, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is XHN 698S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHN 698S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XHN 698S have outstanding finance?

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