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M983 PKN

1995 Kawasaki ZX9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,769 mi
Last recorded27,769 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki ZX9R30,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM983 PKN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 27,769 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2025 27,764 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 27,641 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 26,642 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 26,360 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 26,357 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2019 24,444 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 24,444 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2018 22,695 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front brake lever pivot bolt seized into lever, but although locking nut is missing it cannot work loose

Fail 16 Feb 2018 22,688 miles

Brake lever insecure no lock nut fitted (3.1.2a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

top fairing stay insecure

Pass 24 Oct 2013 21,275 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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M983 PKN is a 1995 Kawasaki ZX9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 30,999 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 M983 PKN, 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 31 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M983 PKN registered?

M983 PKN is a 1995 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 10 March 1995.

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