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M821 XTC

2001 Kawasaki ZZR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

47,563 mi
Last recorded47,563 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZZR40046,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM821 XTC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 47,563 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 47,535 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 47,348 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2016 47,348 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 47,348 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2012 47,348 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 47,348 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 20 May 2010 47,348 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 47,348 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 47,348 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2008 47,348 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 46,887 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 46,887 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2006 33,382 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2006 33,382 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

nail in rear tyre

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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M821 XTC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 46,279 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 M821 XTC, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M821 XTC registered?

M821 XTC is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 10 April 2001.

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