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XRU 381S

1996 Kawasaki KZ1000

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,164 mi
Last recorded30,164 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki KZ100028,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRU 381S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ1000
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 30,164 miles

Front Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 30,101 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 29,993 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 29,853 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,727 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 29,610 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 29,587 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 29,311 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 29,221 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 28,775 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 28,754 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 28,720 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Pass 30 May 2006 28,597 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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XRU 381S is a 1996 Kawasaki KZ1000 in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki KZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 28,775 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 XRU 381S, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki KZ1000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XRU 381S registered?

XRU 381S is a 1996 Kawasaki KZ1000, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is XRU 381S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRU 381S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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