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J33 EMH

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,193 mi
Last recorded25,193 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 EMH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 25,193 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 24,826 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 24,826 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 24,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 22,907 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 21,409 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 21,205 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2013 20,303 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 20,289 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 19,259 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 18,601 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 18,601 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 17,463 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 16,453 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 13,985 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 13,781 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 13,421 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 13,232 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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J33 EMH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 25,504 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 J33 EMH, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J33 EMH registered?

J33 EMH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is J33 EMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J33 EMH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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