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WTC 285T

1979 Kawasaki Z400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,762 mi
Last recorded24,762 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z40023,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTC 285T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 24,762 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 24,762 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 24,540 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2014 24,428 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 24,277 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,877 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,009 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 21,941 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 21,420 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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WTC 285T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,324 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WTC 285T, 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 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WTC 285T registered?

WTC 285T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 12 June 1979.

Is WTC 285T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTC 285T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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