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M24 FOG

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,708 mi
Last recorded4,708 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM24 FOG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 4,708 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 2,890 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 2,890 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 2,092 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONG ADVISE FRONT TYRE CHANGE NOW ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 2,092 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition STD CAN FITTED TIME TEST (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONG ADVISE FRONT TYRE CHANGE NOW ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 175 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 29,077 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 27,557 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 27,422 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 26,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 25,759 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 25,454 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 23,568 miles

front tyre, quite worn

Pass 4 Apr 2011 20,395 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 15,671 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 15,336 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 15,073 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 14,632 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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M24 FOG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 23,876 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 M24 FOG, 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 29 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 M24 FOG registered?

M24 FOG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is M24 FOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M24 FOG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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