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J381 NKP

1992 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,655 mi
Last recorded49,655 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki ZZ-R110036,581 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ381 NKP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1100
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 49,655 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

long travel at rear brake pedal

Pass 15 Aug 2023 49,585 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 49,304 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 48,834 miles

long travel at rear brake pedal

Pass 1 Sep 2014 48,780 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 48,525 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 48,200 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 47,468 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 45,530 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 45,483 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 May 2006 43,586 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 May 2006 43,586 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1100?

Based on 40,398 MOT tests across 4,020 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
4,020
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 737
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 732
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 494
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 432
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 370
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J381 NKP is a 1992 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 36,581 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J381 NKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J381 NKP?

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What year was J381 NKP registered?

J381 NKP is a 1992 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100, first registered on 2 April 1992.

Is J381 NKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J381 NKP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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