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P168 CTT

1997 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100

Grey Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,291 mi
Last recorded44,291 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZZ-R110029,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP168 CTT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1100
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 44,291 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 43,381 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 May 2024 42,801 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 41,975 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 41,317 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 39,963 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 39,963 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 37,455 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 35,966 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,584 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 34,584 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 21 May 2015 31,177 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 21 May 2015 31,177 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2014 30,564 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 29,404 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 29,404 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 29,200 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 28,949 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 27,354 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 26,380 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 24,817 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 24,426 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1100?

Based on 40,398 MOT tests across 4,020 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
4,020
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 737
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 732
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 494
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 432
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 370
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P168 CTT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 in Grey with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 29,413 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 ZZ-R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P168 CTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P168 CTT registered?

P168 CTT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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