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RLD 370W

1980 Kawasaki Z400J

Silver Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

32,238 mi
Last recorded32,238 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z400J30,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLD 370W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400J
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2020 32,238 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 31,362 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 31,362 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 31,236 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 31,236 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 31,170 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 31,170 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 30,900 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 30,900 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 26 Feb 2011 30,831 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 30,831 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 30,750 miles

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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RLD 370W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400J in Silver with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z400J models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 30,231 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 RLD 370W, 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 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z400J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RLD 370W registered?

RLD 370W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400J, first registered on 24 December 1980.

Is RLD 370W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLD 370W shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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