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L212 KFU

1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

42,690 mi
Last recorded42,690 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR110027,178 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL212 KFU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 42,690 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 40,550 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 35,516 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

front and rear tyres worn

rear brake reserve

Pass 5 Nov 2016 31,438 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 31,375 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 25,475 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 10,815 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 96,090 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 81,706 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 67,782 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 54,231 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 49,737 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR1100?

Based on 6,221 MOT tests across 672 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
690
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
672
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 151
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 113
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 85
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 73
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L212 KFU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 27,178 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L212 KFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L212 KFU registered?

L212 KFU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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