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B956 VHT

1984 Kawasaki Z440

Red Petrol 443cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,814 mi
Last recorded44,814 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki Z44026,694 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB956 VHT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine443cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 44,814 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 44,756 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 44,235 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 44,235 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 44,168 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 43,081 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 42,140 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 40,291 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 39,820 miles

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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B956 VHT is a 1984 Kawasaki Z440 in Red with a 443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 B956 VHT, 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.

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What year was B956 VHT registered?

B956 VHT is a 1984 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B956 VHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B956 VHT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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