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M849 BMA

1997 Kawasaki ZZR400

Black Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,673 mi
Last recorded49,673 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZZR40035,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM849 BMA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR400
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 49,673 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Mar 2010 47,898 miles

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

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 47,898 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 44,004 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 37,778 miles

RACE STYLE BRAKE BANJOS FITTED TO FRONT BRAKES HOSES.

Pass 13 Jun 2006 34,414 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR400?

Based on 1,139 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
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M849 BMA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZR400 in Black with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZZR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 35,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR400 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M849 BMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M849 BMA registered?

M849 BMA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZR400, first registered on 11 November 1997.

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