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YAY 511S

1978 Kawasaki KH400

Green Petrol 401cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,912 mi
Last recorded30,912 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki KH40015,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAY 511S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH400
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine401cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2019 30,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 30,904 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 30,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 30,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 30,834 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 30,621 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 30,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 29,693 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 29,653 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 29,360 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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YAY 511S is a 1978 Kawasaki KH400 in Green with a 401cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YAY 511S, 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 YAY 511S?

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What year was YAY 511S registered?

YAY 511S is a 1978 Kawasaki KH400, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is YAY 511S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAY 511S shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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