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P252 LYA

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,837 mi
Last recorded27,837 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP252 LYA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 27,837 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 27,831 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 27,825 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 27,819 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.3mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2015 27,740 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 27,699 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 21 May 2013 27,643 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 27,595 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 27,433 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 27,260 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 27,260 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 May 2009 27,124 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 26,985 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 26,938 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 26,839 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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P252 LYA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P252 LYA, 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.

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What year was P252 LYA registered?

P252 LYA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P252 LYA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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