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K962 RBK

1999 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

53,451 mi
Last recorded53,451 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZXR40020,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK962 RBK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 53,451 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 52,742 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 52,720 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2009 49,303 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 49,303 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Fail 5 Jul 2008 49,274 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

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

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 5 Jul 2008 49,274 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 45,931 miles

front brake reading rising and falling (borderline pass

Pass 12 Jun 2006 41,398 miles

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

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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K962 RBK is a 1999 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 20,953 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 K962 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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K962 RBK is a 1999 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 February 1999.

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