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M198 ARE

1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,609 mi
Last recorded36,609 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R24,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM198 ARE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 36,609 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 36,569 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 36,360 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 36,338 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 36,058 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 35,728 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 35,539 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 34,839 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 34,618 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 34,618 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 34,124 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 34,119 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2010 33,908 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2009 33,382 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 32,978 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 32,589 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 31,126 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 May 2006 31,126 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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M198 ARE is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 M198 ARE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M198 ARE registered?

M198 ARE is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is M198 ARE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M198 ARE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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