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P215 TGJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,158 mi
Last recorded49,158 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 TGJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 49,158 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 48,850 miles

slight bind front brake

Fail 8 Jun 2015 48,850 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

slight bind front brake

Pass 16 Apr 2014 46,121 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 45,036 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Feb 2012 44,355 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 42,041 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 42,041 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 37,933 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 34,847 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 31,777 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 27,793 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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P215 TGJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P215 TGJ, 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 P215 TGJ registered?

P215 TGJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P215 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P215 TGJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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