MOT Status
ValidMileage
53,450 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)
rear damper rod pitted
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
rear no plate light inop
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1100?
Based on 40,398 MOT tests across 4,020 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R289 WAM is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 in Silver with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 24,232 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R289 WAM, 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 R289 WAM registered?
R289 WAM is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R289 WAM safe to buy?
The MOT history for R289 WAM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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