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WAT 27S

1978 Kawasaki Z400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

30,361 mi
Last recorded30,361 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Z40025,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAT 27S
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2019 30,361 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2015 30,356 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front brake slightly spongy

Pass 20 Jun 2014 30,032 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 29,489 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 29,489 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 28,720 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 28,720 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 27,759 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 27,756 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 2,667 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 26,667 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 26,611 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 25,724 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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WAT 27S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WAT 27S, 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.

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What year was WAT 27S registered?

WAT 27S is a 1978 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 26 January 1978.

Is WAT 27S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAT 27S shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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