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N636 SBC

1996 Kawasaki Zxr

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,302 mi
Last recorded26,302 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zxr27,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN636 SBC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 26,302 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 24,510 miles

number plate light missing

Fail 22 Mar 2016 24,505 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

number plate light missing

Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,679 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 22,001 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 21,703 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 21,011 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 20,135 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 18,599 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zxr?

Based on 2,772 MOT tests across 326 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
326
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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N636 SBC is a 1996 Kawasaki Zxr in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 27,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zxr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N636 SBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zxr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N636 SBC registered?

N636 SBC is a 1996 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N636 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N636 SBC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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