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N731 XCT

1996 Kawasaki ZX9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,651 mi
Last recorded15,651 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R23,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN731 XCT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2023 15,651 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe union leaking excessively or a risk of fire NOT SAFE TO RIDE (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2013 15,649 miles

swing arm has been gouged by footrest mounting bolt

Fail 4 Jul 2013 15,649 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Swing arm assembly has been gouged by the nearside front foot peg mounting bolt.

Pass 25 Aug 2011 14,619 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Aug 2011 14,619 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2010 12,127 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 12,127 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 10,801 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9R?

Based on 4,749 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
reflector on motorcycle missing 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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N731 XCT is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 23,174 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 ZX9R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N731 XCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N731 XCT registered?

N731 XCT is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 24 June 1996.

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