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KAK 525W

1981 Kawasaki Z400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,379 mi
Last recorded44,379 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z40024,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAK 525W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2019 44,379 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 44,171 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 44,091 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 43,933 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 43,766 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 43,315 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 42,847 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 42,598 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 41,964 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 41,317 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 40,096 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 38,888 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 37,803 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 36,561 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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KAK 525W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 24,936 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KAK 525W, 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 45 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 KAK 525W registered?

KAK 525W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 13 February 1981.

Is KAK 525W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAK 525W shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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