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W658 RNV

2000 Kawasaki ZXR400

Black Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,939 mi
Last recorded32,939 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZXR40018,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW658 RNV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 32,939 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 29,474 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 27,924 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

slight play in the clutch lever pivot

Fail 19 Oct 2019 27,919 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 26,086 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2018 26,075 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Lens missing (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2014 25,605 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2014 25,601 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 23,910 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 23,741 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 23,741 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 23,669 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 23,669 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 15 Feb 2011 22,509 miles

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 22,509 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 18,134 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 16,013 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 May 2008 15,662 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 15,662 miles

Centre Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2007 15,377 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 15,329 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR400?

Based on 17,343 MOT tests across 2,416 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 376
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 359
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 282
reflector on motorcycle missing 230
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 218
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W658 RNV is a 2000 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Black with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 18,973 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 ZXR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 376 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W658 RNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZXR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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W658 RNV is a 2000 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 1 July 2000.

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