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J991 LMR

1996 Kawasaki Ninja

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,811 mi
Last recorded33,811 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Ninja30,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ991 LMR
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2013 33,811 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 33,439 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 31,806 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 31,693 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Aug 2009 31,693 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 23,287 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 12,735 miles

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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J991 LMR is a 1996 Kawasaki Ninja in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 30,640 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 J991 LMR, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J991 LMR registered?

J991 LMR is a 1996 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is J991 LMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J991 LMR 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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