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P105 KAJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,656 mi
Last recorded40,656 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP105 KAJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 40,656 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 40,275 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 40,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 39,357 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 38,847 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 38,302 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 38,278 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2009 36,878 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 May 2008 31,747 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 31,729 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 28,731 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 28,467 miles

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

SLIGHT FRONT BRAKE BIND.

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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P105 KAJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 23,876 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 P105 KAJ, 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 29 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 P105 KAJ registered?

P105 KAJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 4 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P105 KAJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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