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OWP 851Y

1983 Kawasaki Z440

Silver Petrol 443cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,995 mi
Last recorded39,995 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z44030,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWP 851Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine443cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 39,995 miles

Front Brake lever has only just sufficient reserve travel.

Headlamp mask fitted.

Rear Tyre cracking on offside of side wall. Cord/plys not visible. Replace.

Pass 9 Jul 2022 39,593 miles

Front Tyre has cracking on sidewall and tread.

Pass 15 Jul 2021 39,098 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp masked

Pass 23 Jun 2020 38,833 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 37,513 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 35,950 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 35,946 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 34,039 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 32,445 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 30,320 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 28,294 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 26,611 miles

Minimal cracking on front & rear tyre side walls.

Pass 26 Jun 2012 24,955 miles

front trye side walls cracked

rear tyre side walls cracked

Pass 11 Jun 2011 23,557 miles

both front and rear tyres have minimal cracking to sidewalls

Pass 19 Jun 2010 23,128 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 22,487 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 22,487 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 21,961 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 21,074 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 20,371 miles

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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OWP 851Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z440 in Silver with a 443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 OWP 851Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OWP 851Y registered?

OWP 851Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is OWP 851Y safe to buy?

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