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NVO 529W

1981 Kawasaki Z400J

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

337 mi
Last recorded337 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z400J25,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVO 529W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400J
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 337 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 446 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 24 Jul 2017 446 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

NOTE.Vehicle colour is black only

Fail 22 Aug 2016 312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

NOTE.Vehicle colour is black only

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 25 Aug 2015

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 1,847 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 88 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear tyre perished

Fail 8 Aug 2013 88 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear tyre perished

Pass 3 Aug 2012 996 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear tyre perished.

Fail 6 Jul 2012 996 miles

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 800 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 29 Mar 2011 800 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

no indicators fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z400J?

Based on 657 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
282
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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NVO 529W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z400J in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Z400J models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 25,482 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 Z400J fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NVO 529W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z400J typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Z400J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NVO 529W registered?

NVO 529W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z400J, first registered on 19 March 1981.

Is NVO 529W safe to buy?

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