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C186 XRT

1996 Kawasaki ZX400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,094 mi
Last recorded47,094 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX40033,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC186 XRT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX400
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2024 47,094 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2024 47,094 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 47,055 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 47,023 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 46,820 miles

headlight operation

monoshock link wear

Pass 24 Jun 2019 46,321 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 45,918 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 45,381 miles

chain condition

rear tyre worn

Pass 13 Jun 2016 44,724 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 44,196 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 43,339 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 42,350 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 42,350 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 May 2012 41,595 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 41,247 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 41,205 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 40,940 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear brake pedal travel and performance

Pass 25 Apr 2009 39,742 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

swing arm rusted

Pass 12 Apr 2008 38,936 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

footpeg rubbers worn

Pass 7 Apr 2007 37,718 miles

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

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 35,274 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 35,274 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX400?

Based on 693 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
433
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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C186 XRT is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 33,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C186 XRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX400 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C186 XRT registered?

C186 XRT is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX400, first registered on 5 March 1996.

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