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RDV 318R

1976 Kawasaki Z400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,067 mi
Last recorded20,067 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1976 Kawasaki Z40030,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDV 318R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 20,067 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 20,067 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 18,399 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 41,703 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 41,000 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 40,025 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 38,601 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 38,601 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Upper Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 29 May 2009 37,377 miles

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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RDV 318R is a 1976 Kawasaki Z400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1976 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 30,084 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 RDV 318R, 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 50 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of RDV 318R?

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What year was RDV 318R registered?

RDV 318R is a 1976 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 19 August 1976.

Is RDV 318R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDV 318R shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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