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P302 LKK

1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

47,342 mi
Last recorded47,342 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R23,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP302 LKK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2014 47,342 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 46,286 miles

o/s front footrest slightly loose

Fail 14 May 2013 46,237 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

o/s front footrest slightly loose

Pass 24 May 2012 44,948 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 44,938 miles

Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 43,956 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 43,961 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 42,373 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 42,323 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2008 39,220 miles

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

rear brake hose held to bracket with cable tie

Fail 26 Jul 2008 39,182 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

rear brake hose held to bracket with cable tie

Fail 16 May 2007 35,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2007 35,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P302 LKK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 P302 LKK, 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 P302 LKK registered?

P302 LKK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 15 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P302 LKK shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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