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OTU 547V

1979 Kawasaki KH400

Purple Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,562 mi
Last recorded19,562 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki KH40017,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTU 547V
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH400
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 19,562 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 19,560 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 19,183 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 18,819 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 18,767 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 18,760 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 18,736 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 18,113 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 18,004 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 29 Jun 2007 17,921 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 17,921 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH400?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
152
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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OTU 547V is a 1979 Kawasaki KH400 in Purple with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki KH400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KH400 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OTU 547V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Kawasaki KH400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OTU 547V?

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What year was OTU 547V registered?

OTU 547V is a 1979 Kawasaki KH400, first registered on 15 October 1979.

Is OTU 547V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTU 547V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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