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P205 JAJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,803 mi
Last recorded17,803 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP205 JAJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 17,803 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 17,732 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 17,732 miles

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 16,891 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 15,531 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 15,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 14,757 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 14,144 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 13,946 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 13,946 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 13,887 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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P205 JAJ 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 81.8%.

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 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 P205 JAJ, 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 P205 JAJ registered?

P205 JAJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is P205 JAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P205 JAJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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