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L329 FEL

1998 Kawasaki ZXR400

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,257 mi
Last recorded71,257 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR40025,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL329 FEL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 71,257 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 70,689 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 70,053 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 69,370 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 68,076 miles

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 68,076 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 67,154 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 65,490 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 63,496 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 60,871 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 60,871 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 59,921 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 59,137 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 59,137 miles

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

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

slight splits in block tread on front tyre.

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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L329 FEL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L329 FEL, 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 L329 FEL registered?

L329 FEL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is L329 FEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L329 FEL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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