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J117 SNK

1992 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

30,181 mi
Last recorded30,181 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki ZXR40029,303 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ117 SNK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 30,181 miles

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

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 30,181 miles

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

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 25,997 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 25,989 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 25,095 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 25,095 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 24,458 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 22,912 miles

indicator o/s/f slightly insecure

Fail 26 Jun 2007 22,911 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

o/s/f indicator slightly insecure

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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J117 SNK is a 1992 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 29,303 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 J117 SNK, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J117 SNK registered?

J117 SNK is a 1992 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 8 May 1992.

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