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286 GPX

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,392 mi
Last recorded29,392 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration286 GPX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 29,392 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 29,316 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 29,164 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 29,162 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 29,162 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 29,154 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 29,148 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 29,141 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 29,130 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 26,785 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 25,967 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 25,118 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 23,712 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 8 May 2008 22,451 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2008 22,451 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2007 21,393 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2006 19,578 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-9R?

Based on 103,150 MOT tests across 8,856 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,678
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,258
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 987
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 760
reflector on motorcycle missing 722
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286 GPX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 25,504 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 286 GPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 286 GPX?

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What year was 286 GPX registered?

286 GPX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is 286 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 286 GPX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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