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GNG 197Y

1983 Kawasaki Z440

Black Petrol 443cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,832 mi
Last recorded31,832 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z44030,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNG 197Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine443cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 31,832 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 31,523 miles

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 30,353 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 30,070 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012

This motorcycle only to be used durinf daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 13 Jul 2011 29,452 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Main beam tell tale inop

Rear grab rail/handle insecure

Fail 13 Jul 2011 29,452 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Main beam tell tale inop

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear grab rail/handle insecure

Pass 7 May 2010 28,921 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 28,617 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 28,353 miles

front tyre perished on sidewalls

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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GNG 197Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z440 in Black with a 443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GNG 197Y, 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 GNG 197Y registered?

GNG 197Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 18 June 1983.

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