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R991 JCA

1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,891 mi
Last recorded34,891 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR110027,178 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR991 JCA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 34,891 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

slight play in lower rear suspension linkage

Pass 28 May 2021 32,527 miles

slight play in lower rear suspension linkage

Pass 29 May 2020 30,227 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2019 28,236 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 24,816 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 23,979 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 22,510 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 22,344 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 22,092 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 22,089 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 21,248 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 21,248 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR1100?

Based on 6,221 MOT tests across 672 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
690
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
672
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 151
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 113
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 85
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 73
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 73
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R991 JCA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 27,178 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR1100 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R991 JCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R991 JCA registered?

R991 JCA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR1100, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R991 JCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R991 JCA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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