CarVerify

Free Car Check

JRC 976V

1980 Kawasaki Z400

Green Petrol 398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,190 mi
Last recorded38,190 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z40028,249 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRC 976V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 38,190 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 38,141 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 36,282 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 36,225 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 36,186 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front mudguard corroded

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Reaar brake foot lever pivots worn

Speedo not working

Pass 30 Apr 2012 36,186 miles

Front mudguard corroded

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Reaar brake foot lever pivots worn

Speedo not working

Pass 30 Apr 2011 36,186 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 36,186 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2010 36,186 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Slight cracking on front tyre tread.

Pass 25 Apr 2009 36,186 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 36,186 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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
Full Kawasaki Z400 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

JRC 976V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 JRC 976V, 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 JRC 976V?

You can check the full history of JRC 976V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was JRC 976V registered?

JRC 976V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 15 May 1980.

Is JRC 976V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRC 976V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JRC 976V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on JRC 976V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.