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YMU 622T

1979 Kawasaki Z400

Bronze Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,960 mi
Last recorded31,960 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Kawasaki Z40023,324 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMU 622T
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ400
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 31,960 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 31,960 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 31,825 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 31,661 miles

swing arm play

Pass 5 Jul 2016 31,387 miles

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

swing arm slight wear

Pass 23 Jul 2015 30,942 miles

swing arm slight wear

Fail 23 Jul 2015 30,942 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

swing arm slight wear

Fail 21 May 2011 30,927 miles

Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

grab rail loose

rear tyre pressure low

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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YMU 622T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400 in Bronze with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1979 Kawasaki Z400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 23,324 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 YMU 622T, 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 47 years old, this Kawasaki Z400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YMU 622T registered?

YMU 622T is a 1979 Kawasaki Z400, first registered on 17 May 1979.

Is YMU 622T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMU 622T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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