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R104 SFJ

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

23,804 mi
Last recorded23,804 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR104 SFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 23,804 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 21,545 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 20,669 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 20,531 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 19,884 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 18,890 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 17,900 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 16,654 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 15,259 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 14,705 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2012 13,942 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 13,200 miles

Exhaust (downpipe to silencer) clamp rusted and broken

Fail 26 Jul 2011 13,178 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Exhaust (downpipe to silencer) clamp rusted and broken

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear tyre has plugged repair

Fail 30 Jun 2010 13,152 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2010 13,152 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2009 11,836 miles

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

excessive lube on drive chain

Fail 11 Jun 2009 11,836 miles

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

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

excessive lube on drive chain

Pass 11 Jun 2008 10,509 miles

Nail in front tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2007 9,967 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 7,808 miles

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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R104 SFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R104 SFJ, 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 R104 SFJ registered?

R104 SFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R104 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R104 SFJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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