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J293 NJR

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,344 mi
Last recorded63,344 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ293 NJR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 63,344 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 60,823 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 57,270 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside lower fairing missing

Offside lower fairing missing

Pass 26 Aug 2011 50,347 miles

Damage to o/s fairing, frame and exhaust.

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 44,325 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 44,325 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 44,243 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 42,657 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 39,341 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 39,332 miles

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

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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J293 NJR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J293 NJR, 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 J293 NJR registered?

J293 NJR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is J293 NJR safe to buy?

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