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CE02 LUD

2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

35,668 mi
Last recorded35,668 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R19,250 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 LUD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 35,668 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 34,423 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 33,006 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 May 2020 32,761 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 14 May 2020 32,748 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 32,051 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Gear change lever linkage worn.

Fail 20 Aug 2018 32,042 miles

Stop lamp not working Front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Gear change lever linkage worn.

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2016 31,093 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both front forks (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one of two tail lights not working

Pass 24 Jul 2015 30,432 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one of two tail lights not working

Fail 23 May 2014 29,728 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 May 2014 29,728 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 27,858 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 27,858 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 25,733 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 23,259 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 23,259 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 20,997 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 16,957 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 13,069 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 8,106 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 5,578 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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CE02 LUD is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 CE02 LUD, 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.

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CE02 LUD is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 15 March 2002.

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