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N391 JCA

1997 Kawasaki Zzr

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,529 mi
Last recorded23,529 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zzr32,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN391 JCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 23,529 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 18,398 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 18,398 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2016 18,297 miles

righthand lock close to fuel tank

Fail 6 Apr 2016 18,288 miles

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded binding (3.1.5)

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1.00m (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded binding (3.1.5)

righthand lock close to fuel tank

Pass 18 Nov 2009 18,097 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 17,681 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 17,601 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 17,366 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 28 Sep 2006 17,366 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

note!number plate lamp is not functioning.

Pass 13 Sep 2005 16,503 miles

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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N391 JCA is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 32,011 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 N391 JCA, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N391 JCA registered?

N391 JCA is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is N391 JCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N391 JCA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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