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PN05 TDV

2005 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Silver Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,176 mi
Last recorded49,176 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki ZX-9R16,991 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 TDV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 49,176 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2025 49,176 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 49,168 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 40,316 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 34,738 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2022 34,616 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 30,769 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 27,126 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 May 2019 27,121 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2017 24,754 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 23 May 2017 24,754 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 22,002 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 19,297 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 16,693 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 16,199 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 16,164 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 16,111 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 14,143 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 10,814 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 10,384 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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PN05 TDV is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Silver with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 16,991 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 PN05 TDV, 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 21 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PN05 TDV registered?

PN05 TDV is a 2005 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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