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MTC 457Y

1982 Kawasaki Z750

Red Petrol 738cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,751 mi
Last recorded27,751 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2011
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z75026,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTC 457Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ750
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine738cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2011 27,751 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 25,428 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 Dec 2008 23,644 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 23,644 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 20,256 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Dec 2007 20,256 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Jan 2007 16,469 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 16,439 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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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MTC 457Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z750 in Red with a 738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 26,390 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 MTC 457Y, 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 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MTC 457Y registered?

MTC 457Y is a 1982 Kawasaki Z750, first registered on 2 November 1982.

Is MTC 457Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTC 457Y shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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