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R177 DJA

1998 Kawasaki Zxr

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

42,250 mi
Last recorded42,250 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zxr28,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR177 DJA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2014 42,250 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 42,171 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 38,494 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 34,205 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 64,983 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Sep 2010

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Sep 2009 55,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 55,598 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 53,372 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 53,372 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 48,943 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 48,943 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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R177 DJA is a 1998 Kawasaki Zxr in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 28,175 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 Zxr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R177 DJA, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R177 DJA registered?

R177 DJA is a 1998 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R177 DJA safe to buy?

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