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N546 MGF

1996 Kawasaki ZX9

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,864 mi
Last recorded25,864 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX927,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN546 MGF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 25,864 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 May 2024 24,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 23,487 miles

Exhaust noisy aftermarket silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 20,786 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Not fitted with chainguard

Pass 18 Sep 2020 19,178 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 19,174 miles

Rear reflector missing Fitted with reflective tape - not acceptable (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect To small (0.1 (c))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 17,168 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 16,784 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 16,784 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 13,769 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 12,080 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 11,699 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 11,662 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
693
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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N546 MGF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9 in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 27,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX9 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N546 MGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N546 MGF registered?

N546 MGF is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 25 May 1996.

Is N546 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N546 MGF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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