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L837 GFV

1994 Kawasaki ZX9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

39,417 mi
Last recorded39,417 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZX9R27,907 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL837 GFV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 39,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 39,405 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 24 Feb 2020 39,405 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 39,401 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 39,331 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 39,017 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 37,622 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 37,622 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 32,912 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 32,743 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 32,743 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 31,246 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 28,518 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2010 28,518 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2009 27,623 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 26,930 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2008 26,930 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2007 26,343 miles

Inner Front Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Inner Front Upper Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Outer Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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L837 GFV is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1994 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 27,907 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 L837 GFV, 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 32 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L837 GFV registered?

L837 GFV is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 16 May 1994.

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