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R415 COT

1997 Kawasaki Zxr

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

37,981 mi
Last recorded37,981 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zxr27,977 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR415 COT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 37,981 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 37,981 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 37,837 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 37,552 miles

Nearside Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 37,552 miles

Nearside Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 36,364 miles

exhaust bracket slightly loose

front brake disc slightly pitted

front wheel slightly binding

Fail 19 May 2015 36,364 miles

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

exhaust bracket slightly loose

front brake disc slightly pitted

front wheel slightly binding

Pass 14 May 2014 33,330 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 32,957 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 32,936 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 32,934 miles

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))

Pass 23 Jun 2011 25,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2010 25,328 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 25,328 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 25,269 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 25,102 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 25,102 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 24,803 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 24,803 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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R415 COT is a 1997 Kawasaki Zxr in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 27,977 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 Zxr fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R415 COT, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R415 COT registered?

R415 COT is a 1997 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R415 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R415 COT shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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