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K896 EEC

2001 Kawasaki ZXR400

Blue Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,389 mi
Last recorded58,389 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZXR40015,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK896 EEC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 58,389 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 4 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

gear linkage worn

smaller than standard rear lamp and indicator fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2016 4 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

gear linkage worn

smaller than standard rear lamp and indicator fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2010 53,217 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 52,815 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2007 52,815 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2006 57,992 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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K896 EEC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Blue with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K896 EEC, 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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What year was K896 EEC registered?

K896 EEC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 16 July 2001.

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