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R492 XND

1997 Kawasaki Zzr

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,964 mi
Last recorded10,964 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zzr32,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR492 XND
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 14 May 2025 10,964 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 10,903 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 10,882 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 10,849 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 10,805 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 10,564 miles

Front headlamp converter fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2019 10,524 miles

Front slight warp r/h fron t disc braking not affected

Pass 28 Jun 2018 10,495 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 10,476 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 10,352 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 May 2015 10,261 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 9,908 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 9,494 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 9,260 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 8,692 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

offside exhaust loose

Pass 20 Mar 2010 7,657 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 6,430 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 11 May 2007 6,423 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr?

Based on 6,151 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
813
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
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R492 XND is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 32,011 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Zzr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R492 XND, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R492 XND registered?

R492 XND is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R492 XND safe to buy?

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