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K535 JDT

1998 Kawasaki ZZR250

Purple Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,176 mi
Last recorded13,176 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR25014,537 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK535 JDT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR250
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 13,176 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 13,176 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 13,151 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 13,151 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 13,147 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 13,147 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 13,147 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 13,129 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,933 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 12,140 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 9,918 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 8,630 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR250?

Based on 664 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
413
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 15
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 13
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K535 JDT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR250 in Purple with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 14,537 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 ZZR250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K535 JDT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR250 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K535 JDT?

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What year was K535 JDT registered?

K535 JDT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR250, first registered on 15 July 1998.

Is K535 JDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K535 JDT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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