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S162 KTF

1999 Kawasaki Zzr

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

46,315 mi
Last recorded46,315 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki Zzr26,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS162 KTF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 46,315 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2018 46,315 miles

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 45,237 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

fork seal dust covers badly deteriorated

front brake pads low

Fail 3 Sep 2016 45,235 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

drive chain tight

fork seal dust covers badly deteriorated

front brake pads low

Pass 14 Aug 2015 43,158 miles

Clutch cable badly routed.

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 39,993 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2014 39,993 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2013 38,677 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 38,574 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 37,740 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 37,686 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 34,050 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 34,050 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2009 30,912 miles

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

heated grip wires insecure

rh front footrest mount cracked

Fail 11 Jun 2009 30,912 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

heated grip wires insecure

Pass 12 May 2008 28,588 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 26,083 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 22,974 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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S162 KTF is a 1999 Kawasaki Zzr in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 26,601 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 S162 KTF, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S162 KTF is a 1999 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 8 January 1999.

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