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J828 SRU

1992 Kawasaki ZXR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

57,397 mi
Last recorded57,397 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1992 Kawasaki ZXR40029,303 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ828 SRU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 57,397 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 May 2020 57,288 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable minimal clearance to frame (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2020 57,288 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod insecurely attached Axle locking device missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable minimal clearance to frame (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 56,647 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 55,812 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 54,548 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 52,501 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2014 52,501 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 50,506 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

gear lever loose on splines, some wear in drive system

Pass 10 Apr 2013 50,506 miles

gear lever loose on splines, some wear in drive system

Pass 16 Apr 2012 47,322 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front fairing damaged

Fail 7 Apr 2012 47,297 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front fairing damaged

Fail 10 Aug 2011 45,835 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 45,835 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2010 45,611 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 45,611 miles

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 44,286 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 44,286 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 43,779 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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J828 SRU is a 1992 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1992 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 29,303 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 J828 SRU, 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 34 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J828 SRU registered?

J828 SRU is a 1992 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 26 June 1992.

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