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M61 XHW

2002 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

23,131 mi
Last recorded23,131 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZXR40014,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM61 XHW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2012 23,131 miles

ignition damaged

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 23,131 miles

ignition damaged

Fail 15 Aug 2011 21,832 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 21,832 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 21,369 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 21,369 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 17,545 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 17,481 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2008 17,476 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 11,302 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 11,302 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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M61 XHW is a 2002 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 14,882 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 M61 XHW, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M61 XHW registered?

M61 XHW is a 2002 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 11 March 2002.

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