CarVerify

Free Car Check

VLR 528S

1977 Kawasaki Z400

White Petrol 398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,512 mi
Last recorded45,512 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki Z40028,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLR 528S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 45,512 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 13 May 2016 45,512 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 45,016 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

rear wheel rubber cush drive worn

Pass 16 Oct 2012 44,399 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 44,287 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 44,274 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2005 44,188 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
Full Kawasaki Z400 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VLR 528S is a 1977 Kawasaki Z400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VLR 528S, 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 VLR 528S?

You can check the full history of VLR 528S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VLR 528S registered?

VLR 528S is a 1977 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is VLR 528S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLR 528S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLR 528S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VLR 528S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.