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TVL 888R

1977 Kawasaki Z400

Orange Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,426 mi
Last recorded19,426 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki Z40028,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVL 888R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 19,426 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fork gaiters slightly deteriorated

Front tyre Pershing

Fail 21 Mar 2016 19,426 miles

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fork gaiters slightly deteriorated

Front tyre Pershing

Pass 19 Mar 2015 18,673 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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TVL 888R is a 1977 Kawasaki Z400 in Orange with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 28,896 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 TVL 888R, 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 49 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TVL 888R?

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What year was TVL 888R registered?

TVL 888R is a 1977 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 7 April 1977.

Is TVL 888R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVL 888R shows 3 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.

Does TVL 888R have outstanding finance?

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