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M149 TJL

1995 Kawasaki ZZR1100

Red Petrol 1032cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,556 mi
Last recorded26,556 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki ZZR110032,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM149 TJL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1100
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,032cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 26,556 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 26,263 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 25,785 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 25,736 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 25,705 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 25,668 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 25,636 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 25,622 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 25,515 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 25,478 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 25,272 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 25,122 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 24,708 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 24,408 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 24,158 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 24,123 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 24,011 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 24,011 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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M149 TJL is a 1995 Kawasaki ZZR1100 in Red with a 1,032cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki ZZR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 32,104 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 M149 TJL, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M149 TJL registered?

M149 TJL is a 1995 Kawasaki ZZR1100, first registered on 21 April 1995.

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