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P221 FTO

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,852 mi
Last recorded44,852 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 FTO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 44,852 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 44,852 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 44,313 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 43,811 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 43,642 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 43,233 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 May 2012 42,976 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 41,726 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 39,666 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 38,078 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jan 2009 38,078 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 37,111 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 35,404 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 32,941 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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P221 FTO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P221 FTO, 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 P221 FTO registered?

P221 FTO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P221 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 FTO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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