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N497 CJK

1996 Kawasaki Zzr 1100

Green Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,027 mi
Last recorded13,027 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zzr 110033,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN497 CJK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr 1100
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2026 13,027 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 11,657 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 11,610 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 11,326 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 11,158 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2007 11,125 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr 1100?

Based on 1,243 MOT tests across 110 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
110
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
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N497 CJK is a 1996 Kawasaki Zzr 1100 in Green with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zzr 1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 33,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zzr 1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N497 CJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr 1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr 1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N497 CJK registered?

N497 CJK is a 1996 Kawasaki Zzr 1100, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N497 CJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N497 CJK shows 6 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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