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R616 DBA

1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100

Silver Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,857 mi
Last recorded35,857 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR110027,178 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR616 DBA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1100
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 35,857 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 35,857 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2024 34,492 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2023 33,353 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 32,090 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 32,090 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 29,538 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2017 29,538 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2016 27,439 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2016 27,439 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 18 Oct 2015 24,928 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 24,928 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 May 2007 24,687 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 23,785 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 23,763 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR1100?

Based on 6,221 MOT tests across 672 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
690
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
672
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 151
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 113
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 85
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 73
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R616 DBA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100 in Silver with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 27,178 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 ZZR1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R616 DBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R616 DBA registered?

R616 DBA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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