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R118 DUR

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

28,965 mi
Last recorded28,965 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR118 DUR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 28,965 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 28,717 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 28,153 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 27,678 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 26,807 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 26,790 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 26,169 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 23,594 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 23,135 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 20,474 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 15,827 miles

Nail in front tyre

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 15,827 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nail in front tyre

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 May 2008 15,620 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 15,331 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 14,582 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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R118 DUR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R118 DUR, 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 R118 DUR registered?

R118 DUR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R118 DUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R118 DUR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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