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N311 PAX

1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,394 mi
Last recorded18,394 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R24,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN311 PAX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 18,394 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2025 18,394 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Footrest insecure foot peg (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 18,308 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 17,959 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 15,382 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 15,382 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 15,382 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2010 15,358 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 14,801 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 14,348 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 13,831 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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N311 PAX is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N311 PAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N311 PAX registered?

N311 PAX is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 11 January 1996.

Is N311 PAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N311 PAX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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