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M526 ATW

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,105 mi
Last recorded33,105 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM526 ATW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 33,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 32,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 32,578 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 32,270 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 32,095 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 13,592 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 13,347 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 13,347 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 34,649 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2008 29,367 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 29,367 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2005 26,939 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9R?

Based on 4,749 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
reflector on motorcycle missing 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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M526 ATW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 24,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX9R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M526 ATW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M526 ATW registered?

M526 ATW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is M526 ATW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M526 ATW shows 12 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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