1980 Kawasaki Kz1300 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Kz1300 models manufactured in 1980, based on 42 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1980 Kawasaki Kz1300 MOT Analysis
The 1980 Kawasaki Kz1300 has an MOT pass rate of 90.5% based on 42 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 14,220 miles on the odometer. With a 9.5% failure rate, the 1980 Kz1300 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1980 Kawasaki Kz1300 is Motorcycle steering, responsible for 2.4% of failures. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs range from £150–600.
Top failures specific to 1980 models only. The overall Kz1300 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering | 2.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,220 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering | 1.67 | 2.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1980 Kawasaki Kz1300 has an MOT pass rate of 90.5% based on 42 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 14,220 miles on the odometer. With a 9.5% failure rate, the 1980 Kz1300 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1980 Kawasaki Kz1300, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle steering: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels. With relatively low average mileage of 14,220 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle steering — 2.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on 1980 Kawasaki Kz1300 models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.