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L604 UVG

1998 Kawasaki ZXR400

Green Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,047 mi
Last recorded53,047 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZXR40025,563 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL604 UVG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZXR400
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2009 53,047 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 53,047 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2006 53,014 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 53,014 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZXR400?

Based on 17,343 MOT tests across 2,416 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
2,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 376
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 359
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 282
reflector on motorcycle missing 230
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 218
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L604 UVG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 in Green with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 25,563 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 ZXR400 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 376 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L604 UVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZXR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZXR400 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L604 UVG registered?

L604 UVG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZXR400, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is L604 UVG safe to buy?

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