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XEE 969V

1980 Kawasaki Z400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,279 mi
Last recorded61,279 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z40028,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEE 969V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 61,279 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 61,271 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect front suspension solid (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2017 61,031 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 61,031 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 13 May 2016 60,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 60,281 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 60,100 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 60,068 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 21 Jul 2011 59,868 miles

Chain guard missing

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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XEE 969V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,249 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 XEE 969V, 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 46 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 XEE 969V registered?

XEE 969V is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 10 April 1980.

Is XEE 969V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEE 969V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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