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HEX 298Y

1983 Kawasaki Z

Green Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

1,298 mi
Last recorded1,298 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHEX 298Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 1,298 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 351 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 4,888 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 4,107 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 3,446 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 2,892 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 2,423 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 1,599 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 1,202 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 38,928 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 37,898 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 37,801 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 37,799 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 37,695 miles

both rear tyre valves close to brake backplates

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
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HEX 298Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z in Green with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HEX 298Y, 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 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HEX 298Y registered?

HEX 298Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HEX 298Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HEX 298Y shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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