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L497 ULT

1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

62,518 mi
Last recorded62,518 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R28,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL497 ULT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 62,518 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 62,518 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 62,421 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 61,988 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 61,535 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 61,244 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Mar 2016 60,861 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2015 60,283 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 59,784 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 58,934 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 58,206 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 57,642 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 54,093 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2008 54,093 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 50,620 miles

exhaust can fitted with eu sticker

small number plate fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2005 46,274 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2005 46,274 miles

Centre Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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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L497 ULT is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L497 ULT, 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 32 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 L497 ULT registered?

L497 ULT is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 20 April 1994.

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The MOT history for L497 ULT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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