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R206 SJH

1997 Kawasaki Ninja

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

38,786 mi
Last recorded38,786 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Ninja33,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR206 SJH
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 38,786 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 38,709 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 38,280 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 38,063 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 38,063 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2016 37,643 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 3,582 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2015 3,582 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 31,768 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 29,013 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2011 26,074 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 26,066 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 21,382 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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R206 SJH is a 1997 Kawasaki Ninja in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 33,003 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 R206 SJH, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R206 SJH registered?

R206 SJH is a 1997 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R206 SJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R206 SJH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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