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R201 GUF

1997 Kawasaki Zxr

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,357 mi
Last recorded28,357 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zxr27,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 GUF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2015 28,357 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 28,357 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,145 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 27,953 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 27,391 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2009 27,383 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 24,124 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 21,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2007 21,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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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R201 GUF is a 1997 Kawasaki Zxr in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R201 GUF, 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 R201 GUF registered?

R201 GUF is a 1997 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R201 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 GUF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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