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JOP 217W

1981 Kawasaki Z400J

Green Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

34,666 mi
Last recorded34,666 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z400J25,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOP 217W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400J
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 34,666 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 34,593 miles

Rear rear break drum arm wrongly mounted rubbing on tyre (re-positioned to correct position)

Fail 6 Mar 2020 34,593 miles

Rear rear break drum arm wrongly mounted rubbing on tyre (re-positioned to correct position)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2006 33,315 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 33,315 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle deteriorated and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z400J?

Based on 657 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
282
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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JOP 217W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z400J in Green with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z400J models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 25,482 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 Z400J fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JOP 217W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z400J typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z400J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JOP 217W?

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What year was JOP 217W registered?

JOP 217W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z400J, first registered on 18 June 1981.

Is JOP 217W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOP 217W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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