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GX51 RWV

2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

23,301 mi
Last recorded23,301 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R19,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 RWV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 23,301 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 23,075 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 23,075 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation Have to pump the front lever a couple of times if stood for a short period. (1.2.1 (d))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 22,805 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Aug 2018 22,805 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 22,800 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 22,126 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 21,361 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2014 18,961 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 16,759 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 14,724 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 8,026 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 7,982 miles

tyre pressures very low ,

Pass 29 Jul 2008 7,959 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 7,959 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Pass 23 May 2007 7,621 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 5,322 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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GX51 RWV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GX51 RWV, 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 GX51 RWV registered?

GX51 RWV is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 26 September 2001.

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