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J708 FVF

1996 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,695 mi
Last recorded42,695 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZXR40027,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ708 FVF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 42,695 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 39,454 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose drive rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2020 39,454 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose drive rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) locking pin. (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 27,234 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 24,929 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 24,019 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 24,019 miles

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 21,604 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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J708 FVF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J708 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 J708 FVF registered?

J708 FVF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 18 September 1996.

Is J708 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J708 FVF 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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