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J821 AAW

2001 Kawasaki ZXR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

34,073 mi
Last recorded34,073 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZXR40015,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ821 AAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 34,073 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 34,073 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2011 30,241 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 29,871 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 29,857 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 29,065 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 29,065 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 May 2008 28,486 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 28,475 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 May 2007 27,545 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 27,500 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 May 2006 26,402 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 26,402 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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J821 AAW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 15,540 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 J821 AAW, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J821 AAW registered?

J821 AAW is a 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 23 March 2001.

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