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K354 BRJ

1998 Kawasaki ZZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,681 mi
Last recorded38,681 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2009
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR40035,713 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK354 BRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2009 38,681 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 38,642 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 35,184 miles

chain adjuster cracked

Fail 3 Jun 2008 35,184 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

chain adjuster cracked

Pass 2 Jul 2007 32,278 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

off-side drive chain adjuster cracked

Fail 26 Jun 2007 32,278 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

off-side drive chain adjuster cracked

Pass 30 Jun 2006 28,568 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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K354 BRJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 35,713 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 K354 BRJ, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K354 BRJ registered?

K354 BRJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is K354 BRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K354 BRJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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