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J917 XKY

1991 Kawasaki ZXR750

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,514 mi
Last recorded26,514 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2010
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki ZXR75032,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ917 XKY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR750
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2010 26,514 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 26,463 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

advise front tyre wear.

Fail 18 Aug 2009 26,443 miles

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

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 26,163 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 26,173 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Outer Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Centre Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 24,187 miles

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

note rear cush drive has considerable play may require new rubber components.

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR750?

Based on 14,736 MOT tests across 2,313 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
463
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,313
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 503
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 294
reflector on motorcycle missing 219
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 217
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 209
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J917 XKY is a 1991 Kawasaki ZXR750 in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki ZXR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 32,560 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 ZXR750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 503 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J917 XKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZXR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J917 XKY registered?

J917 XKY is a 1991 Kawasaki ZXR750, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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