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B998 VUD

1984 Kawasaki Z440

Black Petrol 443cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,943 mi
Last recorded2,943 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 1984 Kawasaki Z44026,694 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB998 VUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine443cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 2,943 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play slight roughness (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 2,943 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 2,943 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 2,943 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 2,943 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 2,943 miles

Front tyre wall cracked

Pass 25 Aug 2015 2,943 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 2,943 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 2,943 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 2,943 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 2,943 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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B998 VUD is a 1984 Kawasaki Z440 in Black with a 443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 B998 VUD, 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 B998 VUD registered?

B998 VUD is a 1984 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 4 December 1984.

Is B998 VUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B998 VUD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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