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H481 JJA

1990 Kawasaki ZXR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,619 mi
Last recorded34,619 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Kawasaki ZXR40034,065 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH481 JJA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 34,619 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 34,597 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 34,592 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 34,324 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 34,075 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 34,065 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 32,597 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 32,438 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2006 26,325 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2005 23,983 miles

Rear Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 1 Jul 2005 23,980 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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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H481 JJA is a 1990 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1990 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 34,065 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 H481 JJA, 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 36 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H481 JJA registered?

H481 JJA is a 1990 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H481 JJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H481 JJA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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