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H223 EAE

1997 Kawasaki ZX400

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,766 mi
Last recorded35,766 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX40031,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH223 EAE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 35,766 miles

Play in rear cushion drive rubbers

Pass 20 Feb 2019 24,798 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 24,554 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 24,554 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 24,510 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 24,510 miles

Centre Front Lower Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Centre Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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H223 EAE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX400 in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 31,022 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 H223 EAE, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H223 EAE registered?

H223 EAE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX400, first registered on 3 July 1997.

Is H223 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H223 EAE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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