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N157 COM

1996 Kawasaki ZXR400

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,726 mi
Last recorded5,726 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZXR40027,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN157 COM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 5,726 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Apr 2024 5,567 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 May 2009 4,854 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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N157 COM is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 27,309 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 N157 COM, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N157 COM registered?

N157 COM is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 16 July 1996.

Is N157 COM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N157 COM shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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