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J213 KAE

2005 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,723 mi
Last recorded32,723 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ213 KAE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018 32,723 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive rubbers - slight movement (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength small dent on right side (4.2.1a)

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2018 32,723 miles

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

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

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

Headlamp aim not tested Aftermarket HID headlight kit fitted (no beam visible on HLT) (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive cush drive rubbers - slight movement (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength small dent on right side (4.2.1a)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. rebound adjusters position changed, although suspension now moves freely the adjusters are not considered to be working correctly (2.3.6b)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 26,870 miles

gear lever bent

Fail 5 Aug 2014 26,867 miles

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

gear lever bent

Pass 2 Aug 2013 21,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Clutch lever pivots worn.

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Jul 2013 21,938 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Clutch lever pivots worn.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 17,965 miles

chain dry

Fail 2 Aug 2012 17,965 miles

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

chain dry

Pass 2 Aug 2011 12,249 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 9,272 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 9,271 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

rear tyre has perishing on tread

Fail 23 Oct 2006 8,712 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2006 8,712 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 15,189 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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J213 KAE is a 2005 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J213 KAE, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J213 KAE is a 2005 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 17 November 2005.

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