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J488 PBV

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,641 mi
Last recorded28,641 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ488 PBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 28,641 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 27 Aug 2020 28,627 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure side stand (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 27,649 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2017 27,632 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 26,448 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 24,221 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 24,221 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 22,530 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 22,528 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 20,119 miles

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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J488 PBV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J488 PBV, 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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J488 PBV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 12 August 1997.

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