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R848 LHG

1997 Kawasaki Zzr

Green Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,006 mi
Last recorded34,006 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zzr32,011 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR848 LHG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 34,006 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 33,702 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 33,543 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 33,293 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 33,240 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 33,216 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 32,804 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 32,300 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 32,300 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 32,117 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 31,894 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 31,880 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 30,974 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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R848 LHG is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr in Green with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R848 LHG, 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 R848 LHG registered?

R848 LHG is a 1997 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R848 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R848 LHG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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