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P499 SFW

1996 Kawasaki Zzr

Green Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

59,849 mi
Last recorded59,849 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Zzr28,275 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP499 SFW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 59,849 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 59,177 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 57,671 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 57,017 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 56,520 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 56,145 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 55,203 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 54,657 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 54,244 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 54,003 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 53,167 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 52,641 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 52,641 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 51,336 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2012 49,785 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 48,423 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 46,960 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 44,779 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Mar 2008 41,232 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 36,259 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 32,157 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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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P499 SFW is a 1996 Kawasaki Zzr in Green with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 28,275 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P499 SFW, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P499 SFW registered?

P499 SFW is a 1996 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is P499 SFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P499 SFW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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