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L161 ETA

1994 Kawasaki ZX9

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,389 mi
Last recorded34,389 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZX928,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL161 ETA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 34,389 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 34,378 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 34,378 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 32,638 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 30,854 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 18,461 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 16,921 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 16,847 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 16,804 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 16,702 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 16,048 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 15,783 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 15,760 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
693
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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L161 ETA is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX9 in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki ZX9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 28,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX9 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L161 ETA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 32 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L161 ETA registered?

L161 ETA is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 16 April 1994.

Is L161 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L161 ETA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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