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D54 DCK

1987 Kawasaki ZX400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

52,297 mi
Last recorded52,297 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD54 DCK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX400
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2008 52,297 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 2 Sep 2006 51,312 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 51,312 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX400?

Based on 693 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
433
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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D54 DCK is a 1987 Kawasaki ZX400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D54 DCK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 39 years old, this Kawasaki ZX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D54 DCK registered?

D54 DCK is a 1987 Kawasaki ZX400, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D54 DCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D54 DCK shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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