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J686 RTA

2001 Kawasaki ZZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,877 mi
Last recorded28,877 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZZR40046,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ686 RTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2011 28,877 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2009 23,414 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 19,519 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 19,519 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Apr 2006 13,593 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR400?

Based on 1,139 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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J686 RTA is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 46,279 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 ZZR400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J686 RTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J686 RTA registered?

J686 RTA is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is J686 RTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J686 RTA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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