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G862 FTW

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,216 mi
Last recorded9,216 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG862 FTW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2024 9,216 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 33,765 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

exhaust marked not for road use,but quite on revs

horn catching wiring loom

rear tyre starting to wear

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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G862 FTW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G862 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G862 FTW?

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What year was G862 FTW registered?

G862 FTW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 19 November 1997.

Is G862 FTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G862 FTW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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