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R102 TKX

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,875 mi
Last recorded30,875 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR102 TKX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 30,875 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 30,689 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 30,689 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 30,179 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 30,179 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 30,035 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 29,592 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 23 Nov 2011 27,407 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 27,407 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 25,571 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R102 TKX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 25,504 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 R102 TKX, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R102 TKX registered?

R102 TKX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R102 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R102 TKX shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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