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P59 XAT

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Purple Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,370 mi
Last recorded20,370 miles
Recorded on11 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 XAT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2020 20,370 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 20,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 19,467 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 19,465 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 May 2015 18,558 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 15,210 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 13,335 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 10,454 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 10,338 miles

Advise front brake slight bind

Pass 31 Jan 2009 10,037 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 8,386 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 8,230 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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P59 XAT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Purple with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P59 XAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P59 XAT registered?

P59 XAT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is P59 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P59 XAT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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