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R753 YHL

1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,912 mi
Last recorded34,912 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR110027,178 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR753 YHL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 34,912 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 34,740 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Fail 23 May 2016 34,740 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 17 Jul 2015 34,690 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jul 2015 34,690 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2014 34,571 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 34,521 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 34,521 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 34,139 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 33,106 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 33,106 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 31,657 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 29,988 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 27,060 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 25,018 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 23,708 miles

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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R753 YHL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R753 YHL, 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 R753 YHL registered?

R753 YHL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R753 YHL safe to buy?

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