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J299 FYB

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,055 mi
Last recorded17,055 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ299 FYB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2008 17,055 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2007 14,257 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 14,197 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

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

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

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 13,918 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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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J299 FYB is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 J299 FYB, 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 J299 FYB registered?

J299 FYB is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is J299 FYB safe to buy?

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