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L842 OAU

1994 Kawasaki ZX9

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

45,716 mi
Last recorded45,716 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZX928,110 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL842 OAU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 45,716 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 45,477 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 45,477 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 45,154 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 42,830 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 42,163 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 42,151 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 41,770 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 41,750 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 41,055 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 38,874 miles

Front Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 5 Jul 2010 38,865 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

front wheel bearings not tested and wheel due to binding brake

Pass 29 Mar 2006 37,656 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

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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L842 OAU is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX9 in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L842 OAU, 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.

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What year was L842 OAU registered?

L842 OAU is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 24 March 1994.

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