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N266 RDG

1996 Kawasaki ZXR400

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,537 mi
Last recorded9,537 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZXR40027,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN266 RDG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 9,537 miles

Difficulty selecting gears

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Dec 2025 9,530 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Difficulty selecting gears

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 9,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 9,451 miles

frot drive sprocket cover missing

rear brake feels spongy in operation

Pass 12 Sep 2020 8,981 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 8,981 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 8,981 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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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N266 RDG is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 N266 RDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N266 RDG registered?

N266 RDG is a 1996 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N266 RDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N266 RDG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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