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NDF 553W

1980 Kawasaki Z400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,497 mi
Last recorded11,497 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 Kawasaki Z40028,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDF 553W
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 11,497 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Jul 2021 11,485 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2021 11,470 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear brake arm locking device missing

Rear wheel spindle locking device missing

Pass 25 May 2019 10,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 11,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z400?

Based on 888 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
315
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
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NDF 553W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,249 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 Z400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NDF 553W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z400 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of NDF 553W?

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What year was NDF 553W registered?

NDF 553W is a 1980 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 4 August 1980.

Is NDF 553W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDF 553W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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