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P225 MNF

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,174 mi
Last recorded23,174 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP225 MNF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 23,174 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 23,119 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 23,012 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 22,535 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 22,228 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 20,497 miles

Brake control 1 {hand operated} limited reserve travel indicating adjustment or repair may be required

Pass 25 May 2018 18,870 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 18,870 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2017 17,225 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 15,802 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth = 1 mm

Pass 1 Oct 2011 15,570 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 15,570 miles

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 15,227 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 14,489 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 13,969 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 13,782 miles

advise no plate split

advise very slight binde

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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P225 MNF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P225 MNF, 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 P225 MNF registered?

P225 MNF is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P225 MNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P225 MNF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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