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G898 WKJ

1997 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,930 mi
Last recorded53,930 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZXR40025,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG898 WKJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 53,930 miles

1 of 2 stop lamp bulbs not working

passenger seat missing at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2014 53,678 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 Feb 2014 53,678 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 53,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2013 53,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 52,343 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 50,324 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 48,382 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 46,559 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 44,777 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 43,940 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Oct 2006 43,940 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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G898 WKJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 25,229 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 G898 WKJ, 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 29 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 G898 WKJ registered?

G898 WKJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 10 September 1997.

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