CarVerify

Free Car Check

F156 RVL

1996 Kawasaki ZXR400

Purple Petrol 398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

62,181 mi
Last recorded62,181 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZXR40027,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF156 RVL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 62,181 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 62,181 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside rear light and brake light not working

Pass 25 Nov 2015 52,053 miles

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2015 52,053 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 51,072 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Oct 2014 51,067 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 50,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 Aug 2007 50,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 May 2005 43,837 miles

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

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
Full Kawasaki ZXR400 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F156 RVL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 27,309 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 F156 RVL, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F156 RVL?

You can check the full history of F156 RVL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F156 RVL registered?

F156 RVL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 2 April 1996.

Is F156 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F156 RVL shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F156 RVL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F156 RVL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.