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N228 PJO

1996 Kawasaki Ninja

Multi-colour Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

43,012 mi
Last recorded43,012 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki Ninja30,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN228 PJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 43,012 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 42,583 miles

nail in rear tyre

slight blow from manifold area

Fail 25 May 2012 42,583 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

nail in rear tyre

slight blow from manifold area

Pass 6 May 2011 41,264 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 38,041 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

chain has tight link. advise new .

Fail 21 Apr 2010 38,041 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Outer Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Outer Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

gear selector loose

Pass 16 Apr 2009 34,599 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 33,360 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2008 33,360 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 31,127 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 30,761 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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N228 PJO is a 1996 Kawasaki Ninja in Multi-colour with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N228 PJO, 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 N228 PJO registered?

N228 PJO is a 1996 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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