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BAZ 3838

1999 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

46,677 mi
Last recorded46,677 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 3838
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 46,677 miles

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 44,230 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 43,594 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 42,647 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 42,313 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 41,588 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 40,334 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 39,015 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 37,125 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 34,367 miles

drive chain has slight tight spot

Fail 17 Apr 2015 31,187 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 31,187 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 28,075 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2013 24,840 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 24,840 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 24,467 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 23,574 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 23,230 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 21,279 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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BAZ 3838 is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 23,961 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 BAZ 3838, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAZ 3838 registered?

BAZ 3838 is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is BAZ 3838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 3838 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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