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L252 OSC

1994 Kawasaki ZXR400

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,607 mi
Last recorded33,607 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZXR40024,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL252 OSC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 33,607 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 33,432 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 33,432 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 33,287 miles

Offside Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 33,287 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2015 32,314 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 30,925 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 30,266 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 29,350 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 29,350 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 May 2010 28,833 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 28,673 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 25,423 miles

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

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

Fail 14 May 2009 25,278 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 23,868 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 23,856 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

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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L252 OSC is a 1994 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 L252 OSC, 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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L252 OSC is a 1994 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 6 May 1994.

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