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M532 VBR

2003 Kawasaki ZZR400

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,882 mi
Last recorded43,882 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Kawasaki ZZR40030,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM532 VBR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2015 43,882 miles

Brakes are soft possibly need new brake hoses

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 43,882 miles

Brakes are soft possibly need new brake hoses

Pass 16 Jul 2013 42,950 miles

no foot rests fitted at time of test

Fail 1 Jul 2013 42,932 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 40,930 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 36,890 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 24 Jul 2009 34,149 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 34,149 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 30,250 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 30,249 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 28,406 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 26,414 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR400?

Based on 1,139 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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M532 VBR is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 30,250 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 ZZR400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M532 VBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M532 VBR registered?

M532 VBR is a 2003 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is M532 VBR safe to buy?

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