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BU02 UUP

2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,641 mi
Last recorded18,641 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R19,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 UUP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 18,641 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 18,266 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 18,096 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 17,835 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Mar 2011 17,799 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,799 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 17,665 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 17,665 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Fail 15 May 2008 17,064 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 May 2008 17,064 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 16,052 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 12,128 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 12,128 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 12,128 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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BU02 UUP is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 19,250 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 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 BU02 UUP, 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 24 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 UUP registered?

BU02 UUP is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is BU02 UUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 UUP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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