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BSO 2T

1979 Kawasaki Z400

Bronze Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,037 mi
Last recorded14,037 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z40023,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSO 2T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 14,037 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 13,972 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2017 12,642 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 12,640 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 31 May 2016 11,392 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 10,698 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 10,412 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 10,277 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z400?

Based on 888 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
315
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
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BSO 2T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400 in Bronze with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,324 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 Z400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSO 2T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BSO 2T registered?

BSO 2T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 14 March 1979.

Is BSO 2T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSO 2T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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