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XLT 159S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,896 mi
Last recorded33,896 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLT 159S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 33,896 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 33,888 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 33,881 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 33,873 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 33,866 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 33,866 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 33,817 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 33,817 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 May 2012 33,777 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 33,777 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 33,573 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 33,469 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 33,378 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 33,233 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 33,085 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 32,994 miles

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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XLT 159S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 XLT 159S, 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

How do I check the history of XLT 159S?

You can check the full history of XLT 159S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XLT 159S registered?

XLT 159S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 20 February 1978.

Is XLT 159S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLT 159S shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLT 159S have outstanding finance?

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