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R251 RJM

1998 Kawasaki ZRX1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

65,084 mi
Last recorded65,084 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZRX110024,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 RJM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZRX1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 65,084 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 64,898 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

drive chain devoid of lube

Pass 9 Feb 2023 64,755 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 61,927 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 59,760 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 58,784 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 57,896 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2018 56,880 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 56,880 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies Rear brake switch needs adjusting (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 55,483 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 53,794 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 51,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 49,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 45,811 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 41,183 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 33,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 28,591 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 28,591 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside 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)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 27,747 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 27,535 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 26,906 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZRX1100?

Based on 20,448 MOT tests across 1,558 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
739
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,558
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 117
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 109
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R251 RJM is a 1998 Kawasaki ZRX1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZRX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 24,535 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZRX1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R251 RJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZRX1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZRX1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R251 RJM registered?

R251 RJM is a 1998 Kawasaki ZRX1100, first registered on 12 June 1998.

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