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G404 NVF

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,608 mi
Last recorded54,608 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG404 NVF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 54,608 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 54,283 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 53,350 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2012 53,340 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 53,302 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 53,302 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Inner Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009
Pass 11 Dec 2007
Fail 11 Dec 2007 53,192 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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G404 NVF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 25,229 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 G404 NVF, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G404 NVF registered?

G404 NVF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is G404 NVF safe to buy?

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