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E526 YEC

1990 Kawasaki ZXR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

404 mi
Last recorded404 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki ZXR40034,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE526 YEC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 404 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 156 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 30,447 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 27,779 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 27,758 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

cables untidy

wiring untidy

Fail 20 Aug 2012 27,685 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

clutch lever pivot bolt loose

control cables poorly routed

front brake hose poorly routed

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

rear footrests missing but grab strap fitted

rear tyre flat

when choke on engine speed varies as steering is moved

motorcycle not in roadworthy condition

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR400?

Based on 17,343 MOT tests across 2,416 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 376
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 359
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 282
reflector on motorcycle missing 230
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 218
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E526 YEC is a 1990 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 34,065 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 ZXR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 376 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E526 YEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZXR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E526 YEC registered?

E526 YEC is a 1990 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 8 August 1990.

Is E526 YEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E526 YEC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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