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H78 JAF

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,862 mi
Last recorded37,862 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH78 JAF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 37,862 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 37,578 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 37,513 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 37,410 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 37,317 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 37,184 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 36,953 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 36,657 miles

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

rear tyre close to limit

Pass 1 Sep 2010 36,410 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 36,410 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 34,848 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2009 34,846 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

only one tail light working

Pass 5 Aug 2008 32,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 30,724 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 30,628 miles

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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H78 JAF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H78 JAF, 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.

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What year was H78 JAF registered?

H78 JAF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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