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XAL 417S

1978 Kawasaki KH400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,853 mi
Last recorded13,853 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki KH40015,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAL 417S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH400
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 13,853 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 13,833 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 13,762 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 13,726 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 13,726 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 13,583 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 13,550 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 13,428 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KH400?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 207 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
152
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 5
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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XAL 417S is a 1978 Kawasaki KH400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki KH400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 15,902 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 KH400 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAL 417S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KH400 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Kawasaki KH400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAL 417S?

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What year was XAL 417S registered?

XAL 417S is a 1978 Kawasaki KH400, first registered on 18 April 1978.

Is XAL 417S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAL 417S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XAL 417S have outstanding finance?

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