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YTL 555S

1978 Kawasaki Z1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,708 mi
Last recorded35,708 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z100034,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTL 555S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ1000
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 35,708 miles

All direction indicators missing motorcycle was first used before 1 August 1986

Pass 21 May 2011 35,666 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 35,650 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 35,576 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 35,221 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 34,589 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 34,589 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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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YTL 555S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YTL 555S, 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 YTL 555S?

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What year was YTL 555S registered?

YTL 555S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z1000, first registered on 29 March 1978.

Is YTL 555S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTL 555S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YTL 555S have outstanding finance?

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