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J316 MHC

2002 Kawasaki Zxr

Green Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

50,802 mi
Last recorded50,802 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki Zxr29,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ316 MHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 50,802 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2025 47,976 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 45,767 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 43,611 miles

slight play in rear monoshock pivot

Pass 6 Oct 2021 41,127 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front & rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 58,104 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 57,093 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 57,044 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 55,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2017 55,518 miles

Chain guard insecure Rear part - bolts loose (6.2.1c)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts R & L (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour Has coloured bulb - giving pink light (1.2.1)

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose Rear brake caliper torque arm - rear bolt loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly component loose Fork spindle pinch bolts loose (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 53,998 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 52,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 May 2014 52,674 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 52,434 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Oil leak

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 51,869 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 51,869 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 50,711 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 50,711 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 48,374 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 11 Nov 2008 43,652 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 43,613 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 38,834 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 31,807 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zxr?

Based on 2,772 MOT tests across 326 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
326
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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J316 MHC is a 2002 Kawasaki Zxr in Green with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki Zxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 29,923 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 Zxr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J316 MHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zxr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Kawasaki Zxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J316 MHC is a 2002 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 1 November 2002.

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