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G266 FTW

1996 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,501 mi
Last recorded27,501 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZXR40027,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG266 FTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2008 27,501 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 26,139 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 26,134 miles

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

front brake hoses have alloy fittings fitted - liable to corrosion. implications explained to customer.

Pass 30 Jun 2006 23,691 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 23,682 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front brake hose fittings are alloy type & therefore liable to corrosion in winter.

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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G266 FTW is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G266 FTW, 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.

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What year was G266 FTW registered?

G266 FTW is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 6 September 1996.

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