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R548 EDB

1998 Kawasaki Ninja

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

44,816 mi
Last recorded44,816 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Ninja32,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR548 EDB
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 44,816 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 44,743 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 44,711 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 44,436 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 43,218 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 42,141 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 42,100 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.D1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 41,797 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 40,698 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 39,922 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 39,889 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 38,183 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 34,166 miles
Pass 31 May 2008

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 27,553 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 21,915 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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R548 EDB is a 1998 Kawasaki Ninja in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R548 EDB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R548 EDB registered?

R548 EDB is a 1998 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R548 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R548 EDB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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