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R123 WNT

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,690 mi
Last recorded32,690 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 WNT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 32,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Aug 2013 32,679 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 31,011 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 28,750 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 28,729 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 27,683 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2008 27,660 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 26,553 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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R123 WNT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R123 WNT, 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 R123 WNT registered?

R123 WNT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R123 WNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R123 WNT shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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