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F8 BJK

2006 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Silver Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,908 mi
Last recorded15,908 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Kawasaki ZX-9R13,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF8 BJK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 15,908 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 15,364 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 15,045 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 15,038 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements undersized (0.1 (d))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine difficult to start

Pass 22 Nov 2022 14,237 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 14,237 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Belly pan insecure

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 May 2021 12,575 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 12,575 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2020 11,903 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2019 10,568 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 10,565 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2018 7,678 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 7,678 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 7,634 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 7,223 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 6,393 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 6,393 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 6,232 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 5,686 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 5,583 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 3,323 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 2,671 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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F8 BJK is a 2006 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Silver with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 13,830 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 F8 BJK, 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 20 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F8 BJK registered?

F8 BJK is a 2006 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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