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L85 AJR

1994 Kawasaki ZX9R

Red Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,060 mi
Last recorded45,060 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2021
Typical for 1994 Kawasaki ZX9R27,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL85 AJR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2021 45,060 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit FAIRING MISSING AT TIME OF TESTED (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 45,017 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit FAIRING MISSING AT TIME OF TESTED (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 44,989 miles

Chain guard missing FAIRING MISSING ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jun 2020 44,989 miles

Chain guard missing FAIRING MISSING ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working BOTH (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 44,970 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 44,802 miles

FAIRING MISSING

Front Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 44,706 miles

FAIRINGS NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TESTED

Fail 8 Jul 2017 44,706 miles

FAIRINGS NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TESTED

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 42,382 miles

Chain Corroded

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

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

front sidelight inop

Fail 13 Nov 2013 42,062 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 42,062 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 41,974 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 39,928 miles

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

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

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

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

both front fork outer seals are worn but still serviceable

the drive chain is corroded & requires lubrication

the rear hugger has slight movement but is still secure

Pass 12 Jan 2010 31,687 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 30,393 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Nov 2007 30,387 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 26,882 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 26,882 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

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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L85 AJR is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX9R in Red with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L85 AJR, 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.

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L85 AJR is a 1994 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 11 April 1994.

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