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YHY 96V

1979 Kawasaki Z1300

Black Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

60,099 mi
Last recorded60,099 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z130029,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHY 96V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1300
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 60,099 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 60,099 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 60,099 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2015 60,099 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 60,099 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 60,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 60,099 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2010 60,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 60,089 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2009 58,860 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 57,671 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 56,934 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2007 56,934 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2005 56,224 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z1300?

Based on 1,672 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
290
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Direction indicators not working 8
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YHY 96V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 in Black with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 29,364 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 Z1300 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YHY 96V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YHY 96V registered?

YHY 96V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z1300, first registered on 28 September 1979.

Is YHY 96V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHY 96V shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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