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R229 BLE

1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,025 mi
Last recorded9,025 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R110024,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR229 BLE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 9,025 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 8,984 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 8,625 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 8,507 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 8,475 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 8,289 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 8,285 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 7,836 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 7,530 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 6,984 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 6,980 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1100?

Based on 40,398 MOT tests across 4,020 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
4,020
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 737
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 732
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 494
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 432
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 370
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R229 BLE is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 24,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R229 BLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R229 BLE registered?

R229 BLE is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R229 BLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R229 BLE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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