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H589 PBR

1998 Kawasaki ZZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,363 mi
Last recorded21,363 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR40035,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH589 PBR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 21,363 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 21,297 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 21,293 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy rear brake (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2013 21,060 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 21,017 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 20,660 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 42,185 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 38,023 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 37,870 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 37,870 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2007 37,838 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 May 2006 37,629 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR400?

Based on 1,139 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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H589 PBR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 35,713 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H589 PBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H589 PBR registered?

H589 PBR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 15 October 1998.

Is H589 PBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H589 PBR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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