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GYD 964T

1979 Kawasaki Z400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,280 mi
Last recorded20,280 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z40023,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYD 964T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 20,280 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 20,186 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 20,115 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 20,021 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 20,018 miles

Offside Front Slight oil leak lower engine casing

Side stand slightly loose

Pass 7 Dec 2019 19,998 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 19,932 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 19,932 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 19,833 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both. (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 19,796 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive small amount of play in rear cush drive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Dec 2016 19,792 miles

Brake reaction bracket insecure both split pins missing (3.2.A1j)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp dipped beam stays on (1.2.2c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear brake pedal rubs on exhaust pipe slightly.

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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GYD 964T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,324 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 GYD 964T, 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 47 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 GYD 964T?

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What year was GYD 964T registered?

GYD 964T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 19 April 1979.

Is GYD 964T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYD 964T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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