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K195 OCA

1998 Kawasaki ZXR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,777 mi
Last recorded47,777 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR40025,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK195 OCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2008 47,777 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2007 47,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 47,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2006 47,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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K195 OCA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 25,563 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 K195 OCA, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K195 OCA registered?

K195 OCA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is K195 OCA safe to buy?

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