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J900 KWK

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,572 mi
Last recorded36,572 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ900 KWK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 36,572 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 35,468 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 34,774 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 34,769 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2014 33,877 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 33,201 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 32,267 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 31,428 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 1 May 2010 30,122 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 28,860 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 26,964 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 26,077 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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J900 KWK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 J900 KWK, 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 J900 KWK registered?

J900 KWK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is J900 KWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J900 KWK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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