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EBT 678S

1977 Kawasaki Z400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

35,164 mi
Last recorded35,164 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2006
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki Z40028,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBT 678S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2006 35,164 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 35,155 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 18 Aug 2006 35,099 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 35,099 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 35,090 miles

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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EBT 678S is a 1977 Kawasaki Z400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1977 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 28,896 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 EBT 678S, 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 49 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 EBT 678S registered?

EBT 678S is a 1977 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is EBT 678S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBT 678S shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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