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J848 OFV

1993 Kawasaki Zx

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

45,131 mi
Last recorded45,131 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ848 OFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 45,131 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 42,841 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 39,707 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 39,702 miles

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

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2013 37,322 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 35,159 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 35,159 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 35,146 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2007 34,265 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 34,265 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx?

Based on 43,635 MOT tests across 6,325 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
1,075
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
6,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 63
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J848 OFV is a 1993 Kawasaki Zx in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J848 OFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki Zx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J848 OFV registered?

J848 OFV is a 1993 Kawasaki Zx, first registered on 19 August 1993.

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