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UDK 842T

1978 Kawasaki Unknown

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,576 mi
Last recorded46,576 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1978 Kawasaki Unknown20,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDK 842T
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 46,576 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 46,121 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 46,113 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 45,705 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 45,698 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fuel system component insecure tank bolt missing (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling front wheel (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 45,211 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

head light defector on lens flat patton

Fail 25 Apr 2017 45,211 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

head light defector on lens flat patton

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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UDK 842T is a 1978 Kawasaki Unknown in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1978 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 20,681 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 Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UDK 842T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UDK 842T registered?

UDK 842T is a 1978 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 8 September 1978.

Is UDK 842T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDK 842T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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