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N477 EKR

1999 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

48,092 mi
Last recorded48,092 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZXR40020,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN477 EKR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 48,092 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

possible engine mount slightly loose

Pass 19 Jun 2012 47,014 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

oil level low

rear roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Fail 19 Jun 2012 47,014 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

oil level low

rear roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Pass 21 May 2011 41,283 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front brake dragging slightly

l/h foorest slightly loose

r/h footrest slightly loose

rear brake disc slightly dragging

Fail 13 May 2011 41,262 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front brake dragging slightly

l/h foorest slightly loose

r/h footrest slightly loose

rear brake disc slightly dragging

Pass 4 Jun 2010 40,774 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 16 May 2008 40,717 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 May 2007 39,685 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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N477 EKR is a 1999 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 20,953 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 N477 EKR, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N477 EKR is a 1999 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 2 June 1999.

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