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L833 OWE

1994 Kawasaki ZXR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,286 mi
Last recorded25,286 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZXR40024,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL833 OWE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 25,286 miles

Engine Oil leak (sump plug)

Pass 26 Mar 2025 24,681 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 23,776 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 23,766 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front wheel bearings cannot be tested due to binding brake

Pass 22 Jun 2022 23,495 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 23,495 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 23,483 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 23,483 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2020 23,107 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 22,897 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 22,683 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 22,608 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 22,476 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 21,927 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 21,471 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 21,340 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 21,287 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 21,145 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 20,765 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 20,604 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 20,467 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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L833 OWE is a 1994 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 L833 OWE, 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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What year was L833 OWE registered?

L833 OWE is a 1994 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 6 May 1994.

Is L833 OWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L833 OWE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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