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UOK 494S

1978 Kawasaki Z400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,204 mi
Last recorded23,204 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z40025,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOK 494S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 23,204 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 23,204 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 26 Mar 2015 22,580 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 22,580 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 22,392 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 22,076 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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UOK 494S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 25,724 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 UOK 494S, 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 48 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UOK 494S registered?

UOK 494S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 19 April 1978.

Is UOK 494S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOK 494S 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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