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J393 JKO

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,519 mi
Last recorded10,519 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ393 JKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2007 10,519 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 10,271 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 10,254 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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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J393 JKO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J393 JKO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J393 JKO registered?

J393 JKO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is J393 JKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J393 JKO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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