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H120 EAE

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,408 mi
Last recorded31,408 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH120 EAE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2016 31,408 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil left front fork leaking (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 30,317 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 29,768 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 28,085 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 23,523 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2008 23,523 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 22,440 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 22,440 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

FRONT RIGHT BRAKE DISK HAS AN OILY SUBSTANCE ON IT.

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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H120 EAE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 H120 EAE, 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 H120 EAE?

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What year was H120 EAE registered?

H120 EAE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is H120 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H120 EAE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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