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FMD 457V

1980 Kawasaki Z400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,480 mi
Last recorded23,480 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z40028,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMD 457V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 23,480 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 20,850 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 20,157 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 19,326 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 16,853 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 16,853 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 15,332 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 15,332 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2010 15,332 miles

Oil leak

front tyre showing signs of ageing cracked side walls

Pass 29 Aug 2008 14,978 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007
Pass 22 Aug 2006 13,984 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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FMD 457V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 FMD 457V, 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.

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What year was FMD 457V registered?

FMD 457V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 3 May 1980.

Is FMD 457V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMD 457V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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