CarVerify

Free Car Check

FHC 893X

1982 Kawasaki Z

Black Petrol 553cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2016
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

31,094 mi
Last recorded31,094 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHC 893X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine553cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 31,094 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Jan 2015 31,093 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 30,713 miles

brakelight on front brake not working,gearlever in secure,

Fail 23 Jun 2009 30,710 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

brakelight on front brake not working,gearlever in secure,

Pass 26 Nov 2007 29,442 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 29,442 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Fail 12 Oct 2007 29,442 miles

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z?

Based on 896 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

85.7%
Pass Rate
501
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 5
Headlamp aim too high 4
Headlamp aim too low 4
Full Kawasaki Z reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FHC 893X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z in Black with a 553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHC 893X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FHC 893X?

You can check the full history of FHC 893X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FHC 893X registered?

FHC 893X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z, first registered on 13 March 1982.

Is FHC 893X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHC 893X shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FHC 893X have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FHC 893X. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.