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K11 CDS

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,192 mi
Last recorded37,192 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK11 CDS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,192 miles

Chain Guard Missing

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Master Cylinder Fluid Resevoir Cap Locking Device Missing

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Position Lamp has 1 Bulb Not Functioning But Still Has 1 Working

Rear Stop Lamp has 1 Bulb Not Functioning But Still Has 1 Working

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play sprocket carrier (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 37,192 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel insecure chain adjuster locking device (4.2.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars Left Hand Lock (2.1.2b)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre Underinflated

Drive Chain Dry Of Lube

Drive Chain Rusty

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Master Cylinder Fluid Resevoir Cap Locking Device Missing

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Position Lamp Has 1 Bulb Not Functioning But Still Has One Working

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Stop Lamp Has 1 Bulb Not Functioning But Still Has One Working

Rear Tyre Appears Underinflated

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play sprocket carrier (2.4.A.2c)

chain guard missing

Rear Brake Caliper Piston Appears Corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2013 35,859 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Fail 9 Feb 2013 35,843 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Chain guard missing

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 32,198 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 31,138 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2008 30,409 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 24,292 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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K11 CDS is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K11 CDS, 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.

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What year was K11 CDS registered?

K11 CDS is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 2 June 1998.

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