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K489 AND

1993 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,434 mi
Last recorded39,434 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki ZXR40028,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK489 AND
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 39,434 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 39,420 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 39,408 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 39,056 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 38,606 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 38,549 miles

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

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

grab rail insecure.

Pass 3 Feb 2014 37,363 miles

Offside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 Jan 2014 372,881 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 36,146 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 33,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 33,311 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2011 32,291 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 30,822 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 27,136 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 27,004 miles

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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K489 AND is a 1993 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 K489 AND, 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 K489 AND?

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What year was K489 AND registered?

K489 AND is a 1993 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 24 May 1993.

Is K489 AND safe to buy?

The MOT history for K489 AND shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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