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EDL 159V

1979 Kawasaki Z400J

Purple Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,860 mi
Last recorded31,860 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2013
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z400J23,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDL 159V
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400J
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2013 31,860 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 31,855 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 31,847 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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EDL 159V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400J in Purple with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z400J models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 23,353 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 EDL 159V, 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 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z400J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EDL 159V?

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What year was EDL 159V registered?

EDL 159V is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400J, first registered on 6 December 1979.

Is EDL 159V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDL 159V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EDL 159V have outstanding finance?

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