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M14 ORT

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

44,835 mi
Last recorded44,835 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM14 ORT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 44,835 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 44,665 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 44,497 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 44,411 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 44,411 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 May 2022 44,334 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 44,069 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 43,145 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 43,145 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 42,613 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 42,011 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 42,011 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 41,023 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 39,706 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 38,360 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 36,562 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 33,736 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 30,275 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 27,178 miles

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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M14 ORT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 25,504 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M14 ORT, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M14 ORT?

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What year was M14 ORT registered?

M14 ORT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is M14 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M14 ORT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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