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P853 XWS

1997 Kawasaki Zxr

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,534 mi
Last recorded36,534 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zxr27,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP853 XWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 36,534 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 36,507 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 36,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 33,852 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,545 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 28,757 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

n/s faring damaged

Pass 5 Jun 2010 28,103 miles

N/S + O/S Handlebar control blocks slightly loose

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 27,318 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 24,394 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 23,201 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 23,201 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2006 21,780 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 21,780 miles

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

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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P853 XWS is a 1997 Kawasaki Zxr in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 27,977 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 P853 XWS, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P853 XWS registered?

P853 XWS is a 1997 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P853 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P853 XWS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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