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E246 EDV

1998 Kawasaki ZX400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,765 mi
Last recorded25,765 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX40028,771 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE246 EDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 25,765 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 23,606 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 22,750 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

play in rear sprocket carrier bearing

Pass 7 Jul 2009 22,242 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 21,350 miles

slight exhaust blow rear box. front and rear discs out of shape. roadtested ok

Pass 5 Jul 2007 19,885 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 18,161 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 18,152 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 May 2005 16,566 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX400?

Based on 693 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
433
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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E246 EDV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 28,771 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E246 EDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E246 EDV registered?

E246 EDV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX400, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is E246 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E246 EDV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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