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F486 OJE

1989 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,583 mi
Last recorded15,583 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Kawasaki ZXR40033,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF486 OJE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 15,583 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 15,583 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 15,549 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 30,581 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 29,252 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 29,252 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 28,675 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 28,675 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

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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F486 OJE is a 1989 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 F486 OJE, 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 F486 OJE registered?

F486 OJE is a 1989 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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