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G596 EJB

1998 Kawasaki ZZR250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,529 mi
Last recorded15,529 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR25014,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG596 EJB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 15,529 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 15,529 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 20,091 miles

front tyre perishing

Pass 27 Aug 2014 17,723 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 17,723 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 16,736 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 16,104 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 16,104 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 14,587 miles

Engine misfire

Pass 6 Oct 2007 14,537 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 14,527 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR250?

Based on 664 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 15
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
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G596 EJB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 14,537 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 ZZR250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G596 EJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G596 EJB registered?

G596 EJB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR250, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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The MOT history for G596 EJB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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