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K992 OWS

1994 Kawasaki ZXR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

61,857 mi
Last recorded61,857 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZXR40024,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK992 OWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 61,857 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 61,858 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Offside Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

clutch lever pivot worn

Pass 19 May 2017 61,512 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 61,511 miles

Brake performance not tested brake performance not tested due to ex binding front brake (3.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearing not tested

Fail 31 Aug 2013 61,474 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 59,637 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 59,300 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 59,300 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 59,004 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 58,806 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 58,289 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 58,288 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 52,120 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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K992 OWS is a 1994 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 24,557 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 K992 OWS, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K992 OWS is a 1994 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 4 August 1994.

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