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K101 MGN

1993 Kawasaki ZXR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,593 mi
Last recorded37,593 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2012
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki ZXR40028,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK101 MGN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2012 37,593 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

o/s dip beam not working.

Fail 25 Nov 2011 33,079 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

n/s rear of swingarm damaged.

Pass 25 Nov 2011 33,079 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

n/s rear of swingarm damaged.

Pass 25 Nov 2010 31,987 miles

1 headlight bulb not working

Chain guard not fitted

Front Brake discs fitted with rotation marks backwards

Front brake lever not as firm as expected but works satisfactorally

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Fail 25 Nov 2010 31,987 miles

1 headlight bulb not working

Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Chain guard not fitted

Front Brake discs fitted with rotation marks backwards

Front brake lever not as firm as expected but works satisfactorally

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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K101 MGN is a 1993 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 28,286 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 K101 MGN, 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 33 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K101 MGN is a 1993 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 5 February 1993.

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