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R358 UWF

1997 Kawasaki ZRX1100

Green Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

48,083 mi
Last recorded48,083 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZRX110026,844 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR358 UWF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZRX1100
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 48,083 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 47,848 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 47,530 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 46,875 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 46,875 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 46,314 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 43,759 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 43,759 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 43,322 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 42,229 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2012 42,229 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 40,908 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 40,908 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 38,248 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 36,811 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 35,568 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 34,679 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 34,679 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

left hand switchgear loose

Pass 19 Jan 2006 28,931 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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R358 UWF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZRX1100 in Green with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZRX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 26,844 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 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 R358 UWF, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZRX1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R358 UWF registered?

R358 UWF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZRX1100, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R358 UWF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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