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JS08 BYE

2009 Kawasaki Ninja

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,767 mi
Last recorded20,767 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki Ninja11,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJS08 BYE
MakeKawasaki
ModelNinja
Year2009
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 20,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2025 20,765 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 May 2024 19,572 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 May 2024 19,572 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 19,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 18,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 16,791 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very slight from header (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 16,791 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very slight from header (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 May 2019 15,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 12,823 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 11,701 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 11,139 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 7,189 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 6,365 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 5,322 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 5,322 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 3,354 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 1,564 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Ninja?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 241 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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JS08 BYE is a 2009 Kawasaki Ninja in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki Ninja models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 11,352 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 Ninja fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JS08 BYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Ninja typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 17 years old, this Kawasaki Ninja is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JS08 BYE registered?

JS08 BYE is a 2009 Kawasaki Ninja, first registered on 11 March 2009.

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