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P166 GAW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,577 mi
Last recorded30,577 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 GAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 30,577 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 29,926 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 29,926 miles

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 28,163 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2010 28,163 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 26,827 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 May 2008 24,171 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 19,802 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 16,816 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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P166 GAW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P166 GAW, 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 P166 GAW?

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What year was P166 GAW registered?

P166 GAW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P166 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P166 GAW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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