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C53 CTR

1985 Kawasaki Z400

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,570 mi
Last recorded41,570 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC53 CTR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1985
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 41,570 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 May 2014 40,717 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 40,705 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 40,055 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 40,048 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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)

Nearside Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

no front position light fitted

number plate light not working

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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C53 CTR is a 1985 Kawasaki Z400 in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C53 CTR, 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 41 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C53 CTR?

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What year was C53 CTR registered?

C53 CTR is a 1985 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C53 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C53 CTR shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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