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PDY 979R

1977 Kawasaki KH400

Purple Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,565 mi
Last recorded26,565 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2015
Typical for 1977 Kawasaki KH40018,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDY 979R
MakeKawasaki
ModelKH400
Year1977
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2015 26,565 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 26,528 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 26,528 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 26,122 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 25,565 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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PDY 979R is a 1977 Kawasaki KH400 in Purple with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PDY 979R, 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 PDY 979R?

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What year was PDY 979R registered?

PDY 979R is a 1977 Kawasaki KH400, first registered on 21 July 1977.

Is PDY 979R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDY 979R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PDY 979R have outstanding finance?

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