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R283 KWV

1998 Kawasaki Zxr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,166 mi
Last recorded34,166 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zxr28,175 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 KWV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 34,166 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 33,835 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2015 33,234 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 33,234 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 31,443 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 29,771 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 9 Sep 2011 27,848 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 Sep 2010 22,354 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 14,901 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 13,880 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2008 13,880 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 12,811 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 12,783 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 6 May 2006 12,066 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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R283 KWV is a 1998 Kawasaki Zxr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 28,175 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R283 KWV, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R283 KWV registered?

R283 KWV is a 1998 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R283 KWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R283 KWV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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