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K912 LVG

1996 Kawasaki ZZR400

Blue Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

260 mi
Last recorded260 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZZR40028,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK912 LVG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 260 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 3 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 81,446 miles

front mudguard slightly loose, not interfering with steering

Pass 13 Jun 2013 80,084 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 80,079 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2012 77,120 miles

drive chain dry

little reserve travel on front and rear brake levers

rear brake disc pitted with corrosion

slight play in front wheel bearing

Fail 26 Apr 2012 76,966 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

drive chain dry

little reserve travel on front and rear brake levers

rear brake disc pitted with corrosion

slight play in front wheel bearing

Pass 17 May 2011 74,604 miles

cracking to front tyre

Pass 7 May 2010 74,319 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 74,319 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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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K912 LVG is a 1996 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Blue with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 28,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K912 LVG, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K912 LVG registered?

K912 LVG is a 1996 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 8 November 1996.

Is K912 LVG safe to buy?

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