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J951 PBV

1997 Kawasaki Zzr

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,921 mi
Last recorded36,921 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zzr32,011 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ951 PBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 36,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 36,393 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 34,812 miles

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2010 33,787 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 46,839 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 46,819 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr?

Based on 6,151 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
813
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
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J951 PBV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 32,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zzr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J951 PBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J951 PBV registered?

J951 PBV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is J951 PBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J951 PBV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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