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HWG 228W

1980 Kawasaki Z750

Yellow Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,729 mi
Last recorded40,729 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2009
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z75032,295 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWG 228W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ750
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2009 40,729 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 40,716 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 40,706 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z750?

Based on 15,307 MOT tests across 1,858 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,858
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 155
reflector on motorcycle missing 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 86
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
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HWG 228W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z750 in Yellow with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 32,295 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 Z750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HWG 228W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z750 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HWG 228W?

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What year was HWG 228W registered?

HWG 228W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z750, first registered on 3 September 1980.

Is HWG 228W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWG 228W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HWG 228W have outstanding finance?

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