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M665 XNM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,110 mi
Last recorded30,110 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM665 XNM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 30,110 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 29,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Apr 2023 29,719 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock Damper. (2.1.4 (a))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 27,902 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 27,892 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 27,827 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 27,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2016 27,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 26,175 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 24,846 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 21,115 miles

drive chain starting to corrode

Pass 26 Jun 2012 20,080 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 20,080 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering damper in such a condition that the steering action is impaired. (2.1.2d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 May 2011 19,612 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 18,845 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 18,270 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 17,563 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 17,758 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 14,235 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 10,636 miles

Nearside Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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M665 XNM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 M665 XNM, 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 M665 XNM registered?

M665 XNM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 16 September 1997.

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