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FJ51 KJK

2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

29,578 mi
Last recorded29,578 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R19,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 KJK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 29,578 miles
Fail 3 May 2025 29,578 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 29,067 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 29,036 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 27,212 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2022 27,212 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 24,952 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 24,952 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2020 19,851 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 18,217 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. silencer strap slightyly loose (7.1.1.c)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 15,822 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 14,508 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 May 2014 14,508 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 14,334 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 13,721 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 13,090 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 11,840 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 11,617 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 11,220 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2006 11,220 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2005 9,681 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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FJ51 KJK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 19,393 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 FJ51 KJK, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ51 KJK registered?

FJ51 KJK is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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