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K428 KRA

2001 Kawasaki ZXR400

Silver Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

38,860 mi
Last recorded38,860 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZXR40015,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK428 KRA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 38,860 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Oct 2021 38,860 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear wheel spindle split pin missing

Pass 20 Jan 2020 36,716 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 35,654 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2019 35,654 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 35,151 miles

Rear Lower Brake rod worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 34,822 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. over to right (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 34,822 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. over to right (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 33,646 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 27,445 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 27,324 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 26,912 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 26,329 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 25,607 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 36,466 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 31,015 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 31,014 miles

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 28,672 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 28,660 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

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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K428 KRA is a 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Silver with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 15,540 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 K428 KRA, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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K428 KRA is a 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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