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S480 MFP

1998 Kawasaki Ninja

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

64,124 mi
Last recorded64,124 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Ninja32,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS480 MFP
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 64,124 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Apr 2016 64,031 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride REAR L/H SECURING CLIP MISSING ON FOOTREST (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 60,347 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 58,941 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2014 58,938 miles

Front Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 52,081 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 46,726 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 40,913 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 28,607 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 27,394 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 27,342 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2007 25,095 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 25,095 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 21,743 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 18,160 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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S480 MFP is a 1998 Kawasaki Ninja in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S480 MFP, 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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S480 MFP is a 1998 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 14 October 1998.

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