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M600 KAW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,366 mi
Last recorded26,366 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM600 KAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 26,366 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 26,327 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 26,264 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 26,238 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 26,156 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 25,964 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 25,765 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 25,575 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 25,301 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 25,301 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2017 24,986 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 23,804 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 21,090 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 21,080 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2014 20,043 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 19,124 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 18,381 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 17,785 miles

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 17,785 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 17,190 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 16,560 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 15,705 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 14,669 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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M600 KAW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 M600 KAW, 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 M600 KAW registered?

M600 KAW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 12 September 1998.

Is M600 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M600 KAW shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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