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P218 NDB

1997 Kawasaki Zzr

Green Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,998 mi
Last recorded59,998 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zzr32,011 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP218 NDB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 59,998 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 58,910 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 58,393 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 55,954 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 55,954 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 53,408 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 53,329 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Fail 30 Jun 2012 49,527 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 49,527 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 38,268 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 36,835 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 31,704 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 31,034 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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P218 NDB is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr in Green with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P218 NDB, 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 P218 NDB registered?

P218 NDB is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 18 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P218 NDB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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