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no lights fitted at time of test. **DAYTIME MOT ONLY**
Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
no lights fitted at time of test. **DAYTIME MOT ONLY**
Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)
Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)
Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Lower Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-9R?
Based on 103,150 MOT tests across 8,856 vehicles.
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L998 LBV is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Grey with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 24,500 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 L998 LBV, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of L998 LBV?
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What year was L998 LBV registered?
L998 LBV is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 December 1996.
Is L998 LBV safe to buy?
The MOT history for L998 LBV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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