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K185 MGF

1993 Kawasaki ZXR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,015 mi
Last recorded27,015 miles
Recorded on27 May 2011
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki ZXR40028,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK185 MGF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2011 27,015 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 25,438 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 50,822 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 50,792 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2009 50,622 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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K185 MGF is a 1993 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Red 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 K185 MGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K185 MGF?

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What year was K185 MGF registered?

K185 MGF is a 1993 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 12 February 1993.

Is K185 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K185 MGF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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