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BPY 62T

1979 Kawasaki KH400

Purple Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

779 mi
Last recorded779 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki KH40017,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPY 62T
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH400
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 779 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 743 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 687 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 4 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 15,969 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH400?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
152
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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BPY 62T is a 1979 Kawasaki KH400 in Purple with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki KH400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,061 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 KH400 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPY 62T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki KH400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BPY 62T?

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What year was BPY 62T registered?

BPY 62T is a 1979 Kawasaki KH400, first registered on 17 April 1979.

Is BPY 62T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPY 62T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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