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P257 CJT

1997 Kawasaki ZRX1100

Purple Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

41,277 mi
Last recorded41,277 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZRX110026,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP257 CJT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZRX1100
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 41,277 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 38,607 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 32,964 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 29,163 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 26,193 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 24,972 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 24,960 miles

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

Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 May 2016 24,925 miles

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

side stand bolt loose

Fail 23 May 2016 24,925 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)

side stand bolt loose

Pass 23 Jul 2014 24,597 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 39,664 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 39,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 39,183 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 36,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 33,707 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 30,398 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 28,266 miles

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

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2007 26,754 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 24,041 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZRX1100?

Based on 20,448 MOT tests across 1,558 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 109
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P257 CJT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZRX1100 in Purple with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZRX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 26,844 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZRX1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P257 CJT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZRX1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZRX1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P257 CJT registered?

P257 CJT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZRX1100, first registered on 1 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P257 CJT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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