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HWX 86V

1979 Kawasaki Z400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,726 mi
Last recorded22,726 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2010
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z40023,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWX 86V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2010 22,726 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 22,673 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 22,673 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 22,591 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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HWX 86V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HWX 86V, 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 HWX 86V?

You can check the full history of HWX 86V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HWX 86V registered?

HWX 86V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 30 August 1979.

Is HWX 86V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWX 86V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HWX 86V have outstanding finance?

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