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YRP 372W

1981 Kawasaki Z440

Blue Petrol 443cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,288 mi
Last recorded35,288 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z44022,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 372W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine443cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2013 35,288 miles

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

Front brake hose has some tape on it, but no signs of any leaks

Fail 16 Mar 2011 35,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 31,827 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 31,827 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 31,641 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 31,639 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 27,235 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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YRP 372W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z440 in Blue with a 443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z440 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 22,814 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 YRP 372W, 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 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z440 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YRP 372W registered?

YRP 372W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is YRP 372W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 372W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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