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R135 TWR

1998 Kawasaki Ninja

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,964 mi
Last recorded42,964 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Ninja32,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR135 TWR
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 42,964 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (Down Pipes / Collector Box) (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 16 Nov 2016 42,964 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (Down Pipes / Collector Box) (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 8 May 2014 41,459 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 38,804 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 37,592 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 37,592 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

rear disc has service rust

Pass 1 Apr 2011 34,542 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 28,131 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

no plate light inop

Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,679 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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 8 Apr 2008 18,298 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 12,286 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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R135 TWR is a 1998 Kawasaki Ninja in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 32,453 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 R135 TWR, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R135 TWR registered?

R135 TWR is a 1998 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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