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F197 UOT

1989 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,537 mi
Last recorded61,537 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZXR40033,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF197 UOT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 61,537 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 60,182 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 58,290 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 52,553 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 52,539 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 52,509 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 52,451 miles

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

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

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

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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F197 UOT is a 1989 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 33,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F197 UOT, 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 37 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F197 UOT registered?

F197 UOT is a 1989 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F197 UOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F197 UOT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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