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H843 NFX

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

51,155 mi
Last recorded51,155 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH843 NFX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 51,155 miles

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play leg from swingarm to mono shock (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Sep 2015 51,135 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear suspension bearing has slight free play leg from swingarm to mono shock (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 50,868 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 50,868 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 May 2013 49,851 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 49,851 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 56,896 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 56,896 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 May 2011
Fail 7 May 2011

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 58,610 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 55,601 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 55,597 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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H843 NFX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 H843 NFX, 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 H843 NFX registered?

H843 NFX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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