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SNY 74Y

1983 Kawasaki Z440

Black Petrol 440cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

37,082 mi
Last recorded37,082 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z44030,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNY 74Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine440cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 37,082 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 37,082 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 May 2015 37,034 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 May 2015 37,034 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Mar 2014 36,910 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 36,910 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2013 36,364 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Mar 2013 36,364 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 36,361 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 36,361 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2011 34,595 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 34,147 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 33,369 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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SNY 74Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z440 in Black with a 440cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SNY 74Y, 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 SNY 74Y registered?

SNY 74Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 28 January 1983.

Is SNY 74Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNY 74Y shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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