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J379 WVN

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,922 mi
Last recorded41,922 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ379 WVN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 41,922 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 37,955 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 33,953 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 32,616 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2012 32,616 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 29,457 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 29,457 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 29,159 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2010 29,150 miles

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 47,500 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 44,913 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 41,885 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 41,885 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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J379 WVN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 J379 WVN, 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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J379 WVN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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