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L430 JOV

1996 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,425 mi
Last recorded35,425 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R23,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL430 JOV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 35,425 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 35,425 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 35,127 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

main beam tell tail not working

Fail 31 Jul 2017 35,127 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted bolt loose (3.2.B1a)

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

main beam tell tail not working

Pass 13 Jul 2016 35,038 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 34,094 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 33,238 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 32,996 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 32,649 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 32,637 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear hugger slightly fouling tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2010 32,232 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Jun 2010 32,232 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 31,785 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9R?

Based on 4,749 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
reflector on motorcycle missing 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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L430 JOV is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 23,174 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 ZX9R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L430 JOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L430 JOV registered?

L430 JOV is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 31 May 1996.

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