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CE02 MXJ

2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

42,115 mi
Last recorded42,115 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R19,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE02 MXJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 42,115 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 42,115 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2025 42,108 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 41,923 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose centre exhaust clamp missing system is secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear position lamp inoperative. Nearsde lamp functioning (both in same lamp housing)

Offside headlamp not functioning correctly

Fail 11 Jun 2024 41,910 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front switch inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose centre exhaust clamp missing system is secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear position lamp inoperative. Nearsde lamp functioning (both in same lamp housing)

Offside headlamp not functioning correctly

Pass 25 May 2023 40,407 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 40,290 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 39,397 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 37,499 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2016 36,105 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 35,200 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 35,196 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Motorcycle structure adversely modified (6.1.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Low beam only working on one head light

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 30,878 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 25,451 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 25,259 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 24,729 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 21,714 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 24,193 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 21,443 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 21,334 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 15,161 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 MXJ is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green 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 MXJ, 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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What year was CE02 MXJ registered?

CE02 MXJ is a 2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 5 March 2002.

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