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R232 XHY

1998 Kawasaki ZZR400

Silver Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,157 mi
Last recorded63,157 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR40035,713 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 XHY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 63,157 miles

Chain guard missing ()

rear tyre worn uneven

Fail 10 Mar 2018 63,156 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f)

Chain guard missing ()

rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 2 Mar 2017 53,282 miles

no plate light inop

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Feb 2017 53,282 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

no plate light inop

Pass 1 Mar 2016 45,201 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 39,229 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 39,229 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 34,254 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR400?

Based on 1,139 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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R232 XHY is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Silver with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 35,713 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 ZZR400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R232 XHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R232 XHY registered?

R232 XHY is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is R232 XHY safe to buy?

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