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J144 LEJ

1999 Kawasaki ZZR600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

47,230 mi
Last recorded47,230 miles
Recorded on18 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZZR60022,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ144 LEJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2013 47,230 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 45,579 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear brake pads getting low

Fail 8 Mar 2012 45,518 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Apr 2011 45,149 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 42,100 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 38,661 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 69,877 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2008 69,875 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2006 62,076 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 6 Jun 2006 61,750 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

no/plate light not working

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR600?

Based on 64,083 MOT tests across 6,484 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
749
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,236
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 815
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 657
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 637
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J144 LEJ is a 1999 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 22,203 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 ZZR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J144 LEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J144 LEJ registered?

J144 LEJ is a 1999 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 21 May 1999.

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