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N597 VFJ

1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,249 mi
Last recorded44,249 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R24,500 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN597 VFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 44,249 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 44,035 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 42,788 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 40,641 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 39,131 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2021 39,131 miles

Front Brake lever pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 37,620 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 35,843 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 33,847 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 31,847 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 31,622 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 31,397 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 28,906 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 27,857 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 27,068 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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N597 VFJ is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 N597 VFJ, 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 N597 VFJ registered?

N597 VFJ is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 April 1996.

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