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M220 LRJ

1995 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,090 mi
Last recorded33,090 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki ZX-9R27,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM220 LRJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 33,090 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both forkseals (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Mar 2026 33,090 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both forkseals (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 31,601 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Front wheel bearing’s slightly rumbling

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 29,928 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 28,646 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 26,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 22,355 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2015 21,562 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 21,560 miles

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

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Fail 17 Sep 2014 21,316 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 21,316 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2009 20,656 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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M220 LRJ is a 1995 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 27,820 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 M220 LRJ, 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 31 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 M220 LRJ registered?

M220 LRJ is a 1995 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 9 February 1995.

Is M220 LRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M220 LRJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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