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L509 TVV

1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Silver Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

38,397 mi
Last recorded38,397 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R28,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL509 TVV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 38,397 miles

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

slight pitting and wear on nearside fork bearing surface

Fail 24 Aug 2017 38,397 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 38,002 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 37,397 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 36,946 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 May 2011 36,926 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Sep 2010 36,891 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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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L509 TVV is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Silver with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 L509 TVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L509 TVV registered?

L509 TVV is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 14 May 1994.

Is L509 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L509 TVV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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