Official DVLA Record

1983 Kawasaki Z750 0.7L Petrol · MGJ 400Y

MGJ 400Y

1983 Kawasaki Z750 (0.7L, petrol). First registered 17/02/1983. Recorded mileage 14,851 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
KAWASAKI Z750
Year / Origin
1983 · Manchester & Merseyside
MOT Status
Valid until 14/08/2024
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
14,851 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 14/08/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1983
Engine
738cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The roadworthiness status of this Kawasaki Z750 is currently sound, supported by a clean pass recorded on August 16, 2023, at 14,851 miles. The maintenance trend reflects an immediate resolution of issues following a failure five days prior on August 11, 2023, yielding a stable outlook for the machine. Because no specific advisory items or failure reasons were populated in the digital record for either test date, the documentation lacks granular detail on historical component wear. The recorded mileage of 14,851 miles over approximately 43 years calculates to an extremely low annual average of roughly 345 miles. This sparse history and minimal usage pattern indicate the motorcycle has spent extended periods in storage rather than seeing regular active service. Minimal road use spares the chassis from high-mileage fatigue, but prolonged inactivity frequently introduces distinct mechanical vulnerabilities that standard MOT testing does not capture. A physical inspection must prioritize rubber components, fuel system integrity, and braking hydraulics, all of which degrade severely during long static storage periods. Check the carburettors for varnish buildup, examine the fuel tank internally for rust, and inspect fork seals, brake lines, and tyre sidewalls for perishing or cracking regardless of tread depth. Verify that the wheel bearings, chain, and sprockets move freely without pitting or corrosion from sitting in damp environments.

MGJ 400Y Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/08/2023
  • 14,851 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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MGJ 400Y Mileage History

  1. 11/08/202314,829 mi
  2. 16/08/202314,851 mi+22 mi

Average of roughly 1,630 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

MGJ 400Y MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 17:14
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1983 Kawasaki Z750 (MGJ 400Y) between August 2023 and August 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.

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