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N249 NMW

1996 Kawasaki Zzr

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,129 mi
Last recorded47,129 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zzr28,275 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN249 NMW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 47,129 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 47,129 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 47,076 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 47,076 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 47,076 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 44,941 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 44,875 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 40,034 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 40,032 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 36,188 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 May 2014 33,641 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 32,561 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 40,521 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 32,366 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 32,176 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr?

Based on 6,151 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
813
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
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N249 NMW is a 1996 Kawasaki Zzr in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 28,275 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 Zzr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N249 NMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N249 NMW registered?

N249 NMW is a 1996 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 4 June 1996.

Is N249 NMW safe to buy?

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