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L255 WGF

1998 Kawasaki ZXR400

Multi-colour Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,701 mi
Last recorded34,701 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR40025,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL255 WGF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 34,701 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 34,341 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 34,340 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2015 34,018 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 34,018 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 33,573 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake slightly spoungey

n/s handle bar close to tank recomend slight adjustment

side fairings removed

Fail 18 Mar 2014 33,573 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake slightly spoungey

n/s handle bar close to tank recomend slight adjustment

side fairings removed

Pass 27 Jul 2011 33,100 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 30,393 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 26,424 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 26,011 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 26,011 miles

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

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

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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L255 WGF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Multi-colour with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L255 WGF, 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 L255 WGF registered?

L255 WGF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is L255 WGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L255 WGF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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