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J661 JOU

1998 Kawasaki ZXR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,826 mi
Last recorded33,826 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR40025,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ661 JOU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 33,826 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 33,823 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 30,717 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 30,077 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 25,465 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 25,465 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Centre Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 16 Mar 2006 24,653 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 24,653 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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J661 JOU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Blue with a 398cc 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 J661 JOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J661 JOU registered?

J661 JOU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is J661 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J661 JOU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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