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P301 OTP

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

57,833 mi
Last recorded57,833 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP301 OTP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 57,833 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 55,287 miles

slight bind on o/s/f caliper

Pass 15 Apr 2014 52,118 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 48,496 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 48,496 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 May 2012 45,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 4 May 2012 45,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,716 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 39,034 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 5 May 2010 39,034 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 May 2009 35,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play in rear suspension

Fail 30 Apr 2009 35,639 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play in rear suspension

Pass 17 Apr 2008 31,529 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 31,529 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Apr 2007 28,104 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 28,104 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2006 25,740 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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P301 OTP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P301 OTP, 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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P301 OTP is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 30 May 1997.

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