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W597 VHR

2000 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,216 mi
Last recorded29,216 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZZ-R110022,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW597 VHR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1100
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 29,216 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 28,814 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 28,802 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 25,703 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 25,658 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 25,299 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 23,246 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 20,826 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 18,047 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 17,286 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 14,571 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 14,571 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 14,300 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 11,160 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 10,135 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1100?

Based on 40,398 MOT tests across 4,020 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
4,020
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 737
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 732
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 494
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 432
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 370
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W597 VHR is a 2000 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W597 VHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W597 VHR registered?

W597 VHR is a 2000 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W597 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W597 VHR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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