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M29 XPP

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,108 mi
Last recorded31,108 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM29 XPP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 31,108 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 30,991 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 30,630 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 30,151 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 28,834 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 26,124 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 25,113 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 23,773 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 22,546 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 21,420 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 37,326 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 37,326 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 34,701 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 33,369 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 32,391 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 31,192 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 31,182 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 29,329 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 27,295 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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M29 XPP 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 89.5%.

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 M29 XPP, 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

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What year was M29 XPP registered?

M29 XPP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is M29 XPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M29 XPP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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