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XLR 173S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,057 mi
Last recorded31,057 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2010
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLR 173S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2010 31,057 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 30,627 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 29,864 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2005 29,342 miles

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)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear brake binding slightly

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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XLR 173S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 34,102 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 XLR 173S, 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 48 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 XLR 173S registered?

XLR 173S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 6 March 1978.

Is XLR 173S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLR 173S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLR 173S have outstanding finance?

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