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MAU 843W

1980 Kawasaki Z400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,219 mi
Last recorded16,219 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2005
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z40028,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAU 843W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2005 16,219 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2005 16,219 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Lower Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d)

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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MAU 843W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MAU 843W, 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 MAU 843W registered?

MAU 843W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 9 October 1980.

Is MAU 843W safe to buy?

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