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G493 EAC

1990 Kawasaki ZX9

Red Petrol 908cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,600 mi
Last recorded31,600 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG493 EAC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine908cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 31,600 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 31,372 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 31,372 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 30,811 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,811 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 30,158 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 29,290 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 29,290 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 27,905 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
693
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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G493 EAC is a 1990 Kawasaki ZX9 in Red with a 908cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX9 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G493 EAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 36 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G493 EAC registered?

G493 EAC is a 1990 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 21 June 1990.

Is G493 EAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G493 EAC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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