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DX59 VMZ

2009 Kawasaki Zr

Blue Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

30,112 mi
Last recorded30,112 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki Zr9,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX59 VMZ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZr
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 30,112 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 30,112 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2025 29,670 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 29,336 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 28,714 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 28,703 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 27,959 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber slightly loose Top bush play (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 26,115 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 26,115 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Upper Shock absorber likely to become detached upper bolt excessively loose nut almost falling off (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 22,947 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort New discs and pads may bed in. (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 17,320 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 17,304 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 12,005 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 11,951 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 11,951 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 11,023 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 9,968 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 8,812 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 7,602 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zr?

Based on 16,326 MOT tests across 2,322 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
893
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
2,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 33
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DX59 VMZ is a 2009 Kawasaki Zr in Blue with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki Zr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 9,968 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 Zr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX59 VMZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zr typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 17 years old, this Kawasaki Zr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX59 VMZ registered?

DX59 VMZ is a 2009 Kawasaki Zr, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is DX59 VMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX59 VMZ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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