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R977 SOY

1997 Kawasaki Zxr

Multi-colour Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,310 mi
Last recorded15,310 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zxr27,977 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR977 SOY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZxr
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 15,310 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2019 15,310 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 13,697 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 11,902 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 11,260 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 11,259 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 10,944 miles

chain requires lubrication

Pass 30 Sep 2014 10,426 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 5,514 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 4,953 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zxr?

Based on 2,772 MOT tests across 326 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
660
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
326
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 60
reflector on motorcycle missing 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
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R977 SOY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zxr in Multi-colour with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 27,977 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R977 SOY, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zxr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R977 SOY registered?

R977 SOY is a 1997 Kawasaki Zxr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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