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N225 UPF

1996 Kawasaki ZX9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,603 mi
Last recorded25,603 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R23,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN225 UPF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 25,603 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 25,603 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 25,006 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 25,006 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 23,528 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 23,148 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 22,894 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 22,493 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 22,083 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 21,467 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 20,755 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 19,673 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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N225 UPF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 23,174 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 N225 UPF, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N225 UPF registered?

N225 UPF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is N225 UPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N225 UPF 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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