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R12 JHC

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,224 mi
Last recorded47,224 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 JHC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 47,224 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 29 Apr 2016 47,211 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars Stops missing (2.1.2b)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 44,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

loose cables and wires at headstock but not restricting clearance

Pass 16 Jun 2015 44,364 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

loose cables and wires at headstock but not restricting clearance

Pass 6 Feb 2013 36,893 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2007 34,118 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 25,592 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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R12 JHC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 R12 JHC, 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 R12 JHC registered?

R12 JHC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is R12 JHC safe to buy?

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