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J55 DWW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,552 mi
Last recorded24,552 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ55 DWW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 24,552 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 24,528 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 24,333 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit advised to replace asap. squaring, minimal central tread (5.2.3 (e))

Dash lights not illuminating (neutral & main beam)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit advised to replace asap. 1.5mm remaining (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Suspension slightly loose slight play, lower swing arm bearing (vertical) (5.3.3 (a) (i))

side stand kill switch ineffective

Pass 16 Jun 2023 23,882 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 23,766 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 23,636 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 23,510 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 23,510 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 23,482 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 23,197 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 22,563 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 21,561 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 21,511 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 21,282 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,058 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 20,464 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 20,322 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 20,090 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 19,632 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 19,632 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 19,317 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 19,317 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 18,837 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 18,536 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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J55 DWW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J55 DWW, 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 J55 DWW registered?

J55 DWW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is J55 DWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J55 DWW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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