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XVX 499X

1981 Kawasaki Z1100

Blue Petrol 1089cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

64,182 mi
Last recorded64,182 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z110032,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVX 499X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1100
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,089cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 64,182 miles

front brake starting to bind

fuel slowly dripping from overflows

Pass 25 Sep 2014 64,182 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2014 64,182 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 64,182 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 18 Jul 2013 64,182 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 64,182 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

swingarm nut missing ?.gear peadel loose.no split pin in front spindel?

Pass 21 Jan 2011 64,182 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

brake light not working of front brake

Pass 24 Apr 2009 64,182 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Apr 2009 64,182 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 63,836 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 61,256 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1100?

Based on 2,259 MOT tests across 375 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
423
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
375
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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XVX 499X is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1100 in Blue with a 1,089cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 32,772 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 Z1100 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XVX 499X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XVX 499X registered?

XVX 499X is a 1981 Kawasaki Z1100, first registered on 10 September 1981.

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