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CYJ 807Y

1983 Kawasaki Z400J

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,981 mi
Last recorded30,981 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1983 Kawasaki Z400J26,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYJ 807Y
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400J
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 30,981 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 30,478 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2014 30,113 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 May 2014 30,101 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 29,682 miles

Rear brake is very slightly binding.

Rear brake wear indicator shows that shoes need changing.

Pass 17 May 2008 29,623 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 29,612 miles

Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,547 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 29,547 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z400J?

Based on 657 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
282
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Horn not working 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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CYJ 807Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z400J in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Kawasaki Z400J models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 26,924 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 Z400J fails its MOT is horn not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CYJ 807Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z400J typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Kawasaki Z400J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CYJ 807Y registered?

CYJ 807Y is a 1983 Kawasaki Z400J, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is CYJ 807Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYJ 807Y 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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