MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,214 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Centre Front Lower Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR400?
Based on 17,343 MOT tests across 2,416 vehicles.
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J685 FVF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 27,309 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 J685 FVF, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was J685 FVF registered?
J685 FVF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 19 August 1996.
Is J685 FVF safe to buy?
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