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R861 CAU

2001 Kawasaki Ninja

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,011 mi
Last recorded38,011 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki Ninja17,531 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR861 CAU
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 38,011 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 37,985 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 28,390 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 27,045 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 25,467 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 23,160 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 22,005 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 21,177 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 21,162 miles

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

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 19,748 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 18,187 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 17,030 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 15,497 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 14,095 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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R861 CAU is a 2001 Kawasaki Ninja in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 17,531 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 R861 CAU, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R861 CAU registered?

R861 CAU is a 2001 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 6 March 2001.

Is R861 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R861 CAU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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