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N540 JVL

1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,391 mi
Last recorded22,391 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2010
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R24,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN540 JVL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2010 22,391 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 20,666 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2007 20,666 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 May 2006 19,688 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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N540 JVL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N540 JVL, 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 N540 JVL registered?

N540 JVL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N540 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N540 JVL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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