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R117 JUB

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,474 mi
Last recorded44,474 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 JUB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 44,474 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 44,099 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 43,568 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 43,554 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fork seals light misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 43,251 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 42,934 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 42,630 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 42,359 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 41,384 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 41,242 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 40,675 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 40,216 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 38,467 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 34,926 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 31,905 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 29,195 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 28,202 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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R117 JUB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,968 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 R117 JUB, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R117 JUB registered?

R117 JUB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R117 JUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 JUB shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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