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PNA 553W

1981 Kawasaki Z400J

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,899 mi
Last recorded28,899 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Z400J25,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNA 553W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400J
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 28,899 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 28,733 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2020 28,718 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 27,770 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 11,964 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 25,808 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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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PNA 553W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z400J in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PNA 553W, 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 PNA 553W registered?

PNA 553W is a 1981 Kawasaki Z400J, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is PNA 553W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNA 553W shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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