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C8 ETK

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,981 mi
Last recorded24,981 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 ETK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 24,981 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 24,294 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 24,294 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 24,007 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 23,436 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 22,879 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 22,688 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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C8 ETK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C8 ETK, 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 C8 ETK?

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What year was C8 ETK registered?

C8 ETK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is C8 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 ETK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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