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N259 AOB

1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,505 mi
Last recorded38,505 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R24,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN259 AOB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 38,505 miles

front and rear tyres under inflated

slight corrosion on front brake pipe ends

Fail 9 Apr 2016 38,505 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride axle split pin missing (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front and rear tyres under inflated

slight corrosion on front brake pipe ends

Fail 13 Jul 2013 37,574 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 37,574 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 33,402 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 33,402 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2011 25,872 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 25,872 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 24,339 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 24,167 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 22,680 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 21,711 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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N259 AOB is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 24,500 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 N259 AOB, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N259 AOB registered?

N259 AOB is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 27 April 1996.

Is N259 AOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N259 AOB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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