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N577 XEW

1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,469 mi
Last recorded13,469 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R24,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN577 XEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 13,469 miles

Exhaust slightly loose Rear can (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 13,384 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 13,347 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 13,347 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 12,952 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 12,908 miles

poor running hard to start

slightly spongy front brake

Fail 18 Sep 2018 12,908 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working BRAKE SWITCH INOP (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted PAD MATERIAL DETATCHED FROM BACKING PLATE (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear RUSTY SHOCK ABSORBER SPRING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

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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N577 XEW is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N577 XEW, 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 N577 XEW registered?

N577 XEW is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 23 April 1996.

Is N577 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N577 XEW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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