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J442 PBV

1997 Kawasaki Zzr

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,148 mi
Last recorded48,148 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zzr32,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ442 PBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2011 48,148 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 47,940 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 47,777 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 47,144 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 Apr 2008 47,112 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2007 46,275 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 44,642 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr?

Based on 6,151 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
813
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
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J442 PBV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 32,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zzr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J442 PBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J442 PBV registered?

J442 PBV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 25 July 1997.

Is J442 PBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J442 PBV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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