MOT Status
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24,451 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
f/tyre has uneven wear
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zxr?
Based on 2,772 MOT tests across 326 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R491 RCW is a 1998 Kawasaki Zxr in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 R491 RCW, 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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How do I check the history of R491 RCW?
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What year was R491 RCW registered?
R491 RCW is a 1998 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 15 April 1998.
Is R491 RCW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R491 RCW shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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