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EMT 29V

1980 Kawasaki Z400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,169 mi
Last recorded42,169 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2005
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z40028,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMT 29V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2005 42,169 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 Jul 2005 42,169 miles

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

it is evident that parts are missing from front caliper

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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EMT 29V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,249 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 EMT 29V, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EMT 29V?

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What year was EMT 29V registered?

EMT 29V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 5 April 1980.

Is EMT 29V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMT 29V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EMT 29V have outstanding finance?

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