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H162 HKJ

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,418 mi
Last recorded29,418 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH162 HKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2012 29,418 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2011 27,220 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 27,220 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 24,844 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 24,844 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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

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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H162 HKJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 H162 HKJ, 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 H162 HKJ?

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What year was H162 HKJ registered?

H162 HKJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is H162 HKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H162 HKJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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