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P448 SEV

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

39,282 mi
Last recorded39,282 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP448 SEV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 39,282 miles

Front Tyre slightly cracking in tread

Pass 24 Sep 2022 39,148 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 38,862 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 38,335 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 37,746 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 37,049 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 37,049 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 35,725 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 33,901 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2016 33,901 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 8 May 2015 33,845 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 33,645 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 33,603 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 33,205 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 32,263 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 30,013 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 28,369 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 28,369 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 26,765 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

headlamp deflectors fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2006 23,799 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 23,711 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2005 20,478 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 20,478 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9R?

Based on 4,749 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
reflector on motorcycle missing 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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P448 SEV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 24,266 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 ZX9R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P448 SEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P448 SEV registered?

P448 SEV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P448 SEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P448 SEV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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