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NLK 738V

1980 Kawasaki Z400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,445 mi
Last recorded42,445 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2011
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z40028,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLK 738V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2011 42,445 miles

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

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

rear tyre has slight perishing of side walls

Pass 16 Nov 2010 41,411 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 40,731 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 39,714 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Some spokes slightly looses on rear wheel

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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NLK 738V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 NLK 738V, 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 NLK 738V registered?

NLK 738V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 16 June 1980.

Is NLK 738V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLK 738V shows 4 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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