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J581 JKO

1998 Kawasaki ZXR400

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,031 mi
Last recorded38,031 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR40025,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ581 JKO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 38,031 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 36,405 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 32,397 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 28,908 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 22,393 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 22,393 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Horn wiring possibly being caught by steering

Speedo cable being caught by steering/horn

Pass 1 Aug 2006 21,080 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 1 Aug 2006 21,080 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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J581 JKO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 25,563 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 J581 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J581 JKO registered?

J581 JKO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 10 September 1998.

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