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H849 JLA

1997 Kawasaki Ninja

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,090 mi
Last recorded62,090 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Ninja33,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH849 JLA
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2014 62,090 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 53,929 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 53,725 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Feb 2011 52,078 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 51,636 miles

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 51,636 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 50,045 miles

front brake pads worn low flued low

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ninja?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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H849 JLA is a 1997 Kawasaki Ninja in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 33,003 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Ninja fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H849 JLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ninja typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H849 JLA registered?

H849 JLA is a 1997 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is H849 JLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H849 JLA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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