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DSZ 9242

2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,727 mi
Last recorded30,727 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R21,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSZ 9242
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 30,727 miles

Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened dust seal out of seat- piston corroded (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2026 30,727 miles

Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened dust seal out of seat- piston corroded (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 26,584 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 25,261 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 23,395 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 23,214 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 22,277 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 19,352 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 19,013 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 18,429 miles

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

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 18,429 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 18,420 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 17,461 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 17,453 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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DSZ 9242 is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 21,726 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 DSZ 9242, 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 26 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 DSZ 9242 registered?

DSZ 9242 is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 17 July 2000.

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