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GJ16 USG

2016 Kawasaki Zr

White Petrol 806cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

84,276 mi
Last recorded84,276 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Kawasaki Zr8,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ16 USG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine806cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 84,276 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 78,647 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2024 78,647 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 70,483 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 61,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 61,694 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 50,214 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 50,214 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 37,500 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2020 37,500 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 18,459 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 18,459 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zr?

Based on 16,326 MOT tests across 2,322 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
893
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
2,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
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GJ16 USG is a 2016 Kawasaki Zr in White with a 806cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2016 Kawasaki Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 8,215 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 Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ16 USG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zr typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 10 years old, this Kawasaki Zr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GJ16 USG registered?

GJ16 USG is a 2016 Kawasaki Zr, first registered on 26 April 2016.

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