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F212 ASJ

1998 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,269 mi
Last recorded48,269 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR40025,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF212 ASJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2012 48,269 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 47,821 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 47,821 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 46,561 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 Aug 2007 46,537 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2006 46,215 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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F212 ASJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 25,563 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 F212 ASJ, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F212 ASJ registered?

F212 ASJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is F212 ASJ safe to buy?

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