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D154 VKJ

1996 Kawasaki ZX400

Orange Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,254 mi
Last recorded44,254 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX40033,644 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD154 VKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX400
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 44,254 miles

Rear monoshock shock absorber lower bush - play

Rear stop light 50% lit

Rear tyre close to limit 1.6mm

front and rear brakes binding slightly - Roller Brake Tester

long travel on front brake lever

Fail 13 Jun 2017 44,254 miles

Front Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded evidence of brake caliper rubbing on hub (6.2.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling another component tyre wall rubbing on torsion bar bolt (4.1.4)

Rear monoshock shock absorber lower bush - play

Rear stop light 50% lit

Rear tyre close to limit 1.6mm

front and rear brakes binding slightly - Roller Brake Tester

long travel on front brake lever

Pass 21 May 2011 43,072 miles

chain guard missing - no catching hazard

front parking light not fitted

headlight beam pattern not regular - image tops within limit

headstock bearings slight play

rear position light 50% lit

rear wheel slightly out of line

throttle slow in retraction - STRONG ADVICE

Pass 19 Jun 2009 41,664 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 40,838 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2006 39,575 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Engine running poor

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

Neutral light fault

Fail 8 May 2006 39,556 miles

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

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

Chain guard missing

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

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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D154 VKJ is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX400 in Orange with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D154 VKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D154 VKJ?

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What year was D154 VKJ registered?

D154 VKJ is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX400, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is D154 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D154 VKJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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