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N864 PWO

1996 Kawasaki ZX9R

Purple Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,472 mi
Last recorded29,472 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R23,174 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN864 PWO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 29,472 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2025 29,471 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2021 29,422 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 28,674 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 28,674 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Aug 2016 28,670 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged fairings and screen (6.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 27,740 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 27,740 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 26,049 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 25,245 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 24,960 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 23,722 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 22,275 miles

Offside Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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N864 PWO is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R in Purple with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 23,174 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 N864 PWO, 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.

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What year was N864 PWO registered?

N864 PWO is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 27 April 1996.

Is N864 PWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N864 PWO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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