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J140 MHC

2002 Kawasaki ZXR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,933 mi
Last recorded43,933 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZXR40014,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ140 MHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2002
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 43,933 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 43,105 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 43,105 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 42,576 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 41,107 miles

Slight blow from front exhaust

Slight play in headstock bearings

Pass 6 Jul 2013 40,579 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 39,019 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2012 39,019 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 6 Jul 2011 36,790 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 36,790 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 33,657 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 33,657 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2009 30,835 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 29,274 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

slight rear brake bind

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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J140 MHC is a 2002 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 14,882 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 J140 MHC, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J140 MHC registered?

J140 MHC is a 2002 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is J140 MHC safe to buy?

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