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P115 CSS

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,741 mi
Last recorded24,741 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP115 CSS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 24,741 miles

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

Central Front tyre manufacture date is 2005

Central Rear rear hugger loose

Central Rear tyre manufacture date is 2003

Nearside Front Upper clutch fluid reservoir level low

Nearside Front Upper clutch lever bent but serviceable

Pass 4 Jul 2020 24,419 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2020 24,419 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 24,173 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 23,937 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 23,819 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 23,371 miles

slight bind front brake

Fail 13 Jun 2009 23,360 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 22,487 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 20,845 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 20,828 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P115 CSS is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 P115 CSS, 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

How do I check the history of P115 CSS?

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What year was P115 CSS registered?

P115 CSS is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is P115 CSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P115 CSS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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