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B9 BLB

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

3,561 mi
Last recorded3,561 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 BLB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 3,561 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 3,330 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 2,991 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 2,545 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 2,515 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 2,483 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 2,464 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 2,081 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 2,081 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 1,487 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 1,227 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 708 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 16,409 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 23,571 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 23,135 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 22,789 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 21,623 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 20,785 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 19,642 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 18,148 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 17,009 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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B9 BLB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B9 BLB, 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 B9 BLB?

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What year was B9 BLB registered?

B9 BLB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is B9 BLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 BLB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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