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R129 DVU

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,558 mi
Last recorded29,558 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 DVU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2025 29,558 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 29,192 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 27,400 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 25,742 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 24,394 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 20,945 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 19,543 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 18,334 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 18,293 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 18,074 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 16,978 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 16,085 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 15,873 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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R129 DVU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R129 DVU, 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

How do I check the history of R129 DVU?

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What year was R129 DVU registered?

R129 DVU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R129 DVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R129 DVU shows 13 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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