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Y398 DJO

2001 Kawasaki ZXR400

White Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,812 mi
Last recorded12,812 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZXR40015,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY398 DJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 12,812 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2025 12,812 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2024 12,756 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 12,723 miles

Exhaust noisy tyga exhaust fitted with baffle (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 12,316 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 12,198 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 10,818 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 10,798 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 10,371 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 10,371 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 27 Apr 2015 9,736 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 9,736 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 9,714 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 9,151 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 8,249 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 591 miles

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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Y398 DJO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400 in White with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 15,540 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 Y398 DJO, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y398 DJO registered?

Y398 DJO is a 2001 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y398 DJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y398 DJO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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