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A986 YCN

1984 Kawasaki Z440

Black Petrol 443cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,497 mi
Last recorded34,497 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2011
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki Z44026,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA986 YCN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine443cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2011 34,497 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 34,219 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 34,061 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 34,061 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 27 May 2006 33,889 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 33,889 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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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A986 YCN is a 1984 Kawasaki Z440 in Black with a 443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Kawasaki Z440 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 26,694 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 Z440 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A986 YCN, 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 42 years old, this Kawasaki Z440 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A986 YCN registered?

A986 YCN is a 1984 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 31 May 1984.

Is A986 YCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A986 YCN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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