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A381 FFH

1983 Kawasaki Z440

Black Petrol 443cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,527 mi
Last recorded22,527 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z44030,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA381 FFH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine443cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 22,527 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2019 22,527 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated brake system. (1.8 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 22,399 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 22,181 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 22,168 miles

Front brake caliper sliders are slightly worn

Front pressure is low

Rear shock absorber has a light misting both rear (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 22,151 miles

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2013 21,689 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 21,647 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 21,641 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight play in rear swinging arm bushes.

Pass 15 Jun 2010 21,512 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 21,006 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z440?

Based on 905 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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A381 FFH is a 1983 Kawasaki Z440 in Black with a 443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z440 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 30,340 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z440 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A381 FFH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z440 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z440 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A381 FFH registered?

A381 FFH is a 1983 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 24 October 1983.

Is A381 FFH safe to buy?

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