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CHD 231S

1977 Kawasaki KH400

Green Petrol 401cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

24,924 mi
Last recorded24,924 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki KH40018,590 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHD 231S
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH400
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine401cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 24,924 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 24,730 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 24,144 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 23,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 May 2011 23,049 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 22,908 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 22,826 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 22,782 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2006 21,898 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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CHD 231S is a 1977 Kawasaki KH400 in Green with a 401cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1977 Kawasaki KH400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 18,590 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 CHD 231S, 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 49 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 CHD 231S?

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What year was CHD 231S registered?

CHD 231S is a 1977 Kawasaki KH400, first registered on 16 September 1977.

Is CHD 231S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHD 231S 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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