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YSA 508T

1978 Kawasaki KZ1000

Bronze Petrol 1015cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki KZ100020,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSA 508T
MakeKawasaki
ModelKZ1000
Year1978
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,015cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2015 3 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 1 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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)

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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YSA 508T is a 1978 Kawasaki KZ1000 in Bronze with a 1,015cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki KZ1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 20,824 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 YSA 508T, 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 48 years old, this Kawasaki KZ1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSA 508T?

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What year was YSA 508T registered?

YSA 508T is a 1978 Kawasaki KZ1000, first registered on 26 September 1978.

Is YSA 508T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSA 508T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YSA 508T have outstanding finance?

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