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K138 FLS

1997 Kawasaki ZZR400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,267 mi
Last recorded37,267 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZZR40035,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK138 FLS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2017 37,267 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 36,427 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 36,421 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 36,408 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 36,408 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 26,033 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR400?

Based on 1,139 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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K138 FLS is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 35,912 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 ZZR400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K138 FLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K138 FLS registered?

K138 FLS is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 21 July 1997.

Is K138 FLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K138 FLS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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