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E397 BKM

2000 Kawasaki Zx

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

41,246 mi
Last recorded41,246 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki Zx28,845 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE397 BKM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 41,246 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 41,246 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 41,194 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 41,134 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 41,134 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 40,879 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 37,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2008 32,069 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 30 Apr 2008 32,069 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 May 2007 31,088 miles

n/s handlebar slightly bent

Pass 11 Apr 2006 28,845 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx?

Based on 43,635 MOT tests across 6,325 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
6,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
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E397 BKM is a 2000 Kawasaki Zx in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki Zx models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 28,845 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 Zx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E397 BKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E397 BKM is a 2000 Kawasaki Zx, first registered on 9 September 2000.

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