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M950 TNF

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,082 mi
Last recorded24,082 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM950 TNF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2015 24,082 miles

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 24,082 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 44,838 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 43,858 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 43,132 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 42,284 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 42,259 miles

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

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jun 2007 40,421 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 15 May 2006 39,651 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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M950 TNF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M950 TNF, 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 M950 TNF registered?

M950 TNF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 12 November 1997.

Is M950 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M950 TNF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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