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JTT 243V

1980 Kawasaki Z400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,464 mi
Last recorded54,464 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2009
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z40028,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTT 243V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2009 54,464 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 54,464 miles

Outer Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2007 54,213 miles

Front tyre has shallow groove worn on offside,no ply or cord exposed.

Pass 16 Oct 2006 54,136 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Oct 2006 54,136 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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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JTT 243V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 JTT 243V, 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

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What year was JTT 243V registered?

JTT 243V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 9 June 1980.

Is JTT 243V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTT 243V 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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