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K923 RBK

1998 Kawasaki ZXR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

35,406 mi
Last recorded35,406 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR40025,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK923 RBK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 35,406 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2021 35,406 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 34,527 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 27 Jun 2019 34,506 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 17 Oct 2017 30,913 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 30,907 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 5 May 2016 30,451 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake & clutch lever pivots are worn

Fail 25 Apr 2016 30,445 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls lock to lock - fouling on clocks (2.1.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly too stiff - no return on lock (6.2.1f)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brake & clutch lever pivots are worn

Pass 30 Aug 2013 28,077 miles

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)

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

Fail 28 Aug 2013 28,077 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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)

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

Fail 25 Jun 2008 21,661 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front tyre near limit advise rear no plate

Pass 25 Jun 2008 21,661 miles

front tyre near limit advise rear no plate

Pass 21 Jun 2007 15,356 miles

slight slight out of shape front disc

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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K923 RBK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 25,563 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 K923 RBK, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K923 RBK registered?

K923 RBK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 24 November 1998.

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