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K509 HYD

1993 Kawasaki Zzr

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

49,177 mi
Last recorded49,177 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki Zzr37,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK509 HYD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZzr
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 49,177 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 47,473 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 46,246 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Inner Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

cut in rear tyre

Fail 6 Jul 2015 46,219 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Inner Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

cut in rear tyre

Pass 6 May 2014 44,712 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 40,968 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 38,731 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 37,455 miles

the rear tyre has uneven tread wear(squareing off) this is probably due to straight line or motorway riding

Fail 9 May 2011 37,455 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

the rear tyre has uneven tread wear(squareing off) this is probably due to straight line or motorway riding

Pass 10 May 2010
Fail 10 May 2010 36,713 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 36,711 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 36,711 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 54,787 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 52,008 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 51,999 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 49,150 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zzr?

Based on 6,151 MOT tests across 615 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
813
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
615
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 54
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K509 HYD is a 1993 Kawasaki Zzr in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki Zzr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 37,620 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 Zzr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 115 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K509 HYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zzr typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki Zzr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K509 HYD registered?

K509 HYD is a 1993 Kawasaki Zzr, first registered on 7 January 1993.

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