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DYS 477T

1978 Kawasaki Z400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,532 mi
Last recorded28,532 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z40025,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYS 477T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 28,532 miles

Chain guard missing ()

No front mudguard fitted

Fail 5 Jun 2020 28,532 miles

Chain guard missing ()

No front mudguard fitted

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 28,098 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2017 28,067 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 27,843 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 27,808 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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DYS 477T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 25,724 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DYS 477T, 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 48 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DYS 477T registered?

DYS 477T is a 1978 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is DYS 477T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYS 477T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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