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DEW 237V

1980 Kawasaki KH400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

11,427 mi
Last recorded11,427 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki KH40012,753 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEW 237V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH400
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 11,427 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 11,287 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 11,130 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 11,019 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 10,887 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 10,822 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 10,761 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 10,698 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 10,518 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 10,302 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 10,037 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 9,985 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 9,820 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 9,740 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

slight cut in rear tyre

Pass 19 May 2011 9,348 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 9,054 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 8,819 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 8,602 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 8,602 miles

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

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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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DEW 237V is a 1980 Kawasaki KH400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki KH400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.9% with a typical mileage of 12,753 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DEW 237V, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki KH400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DEW 237V registered?

DEW 237V is a 1980 Kawasaki KH400, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is DEW 237V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEW 237V shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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