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R228 GGR

2004 Kawasaki ZZR1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,497 mi
Last recorded36,497 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 GGR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1100
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2021 36,497 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Front Footrest Rubbers deteriated

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly Stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 36,480 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam Low Beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Front Footrest Rubbers deteriated

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly Stiff (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 33,795 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 29,778 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 28,807 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 28,807 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 27,738 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 27,738 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Feb 2016 27,135 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 27,135 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on number plate light (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 25,762 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 25,756 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 25,730 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 24,858 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 23,822 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 22,189 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 20,005 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 19,266 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 16,580 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR1100?

Based on 6,221 MOT tests across 672 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
690
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
672
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 151
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 113
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 85
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 73
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R228 GGR is a 2004 Kawasaki ZZR1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R228 GGR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 22 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R228 GGR is a 2004 Kawasaki ZZR1100, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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