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J900 NJA

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

White Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,429 mi
Last recorded28,429 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ900 NJA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 28,429 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2026 28,429 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 28,427 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 27,611 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 27,199 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 25,734 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 27,357 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 24,445 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 24,130 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 24,000 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 23,858 miles

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

movement at mounting bobbins [front discs]

slight drag at rear brake

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 NJA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in White with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J900 NJA, 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 NJA registered?

J900 NJA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is J900 NJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J900 NJA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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