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R133 JSG

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

31,392 mi
Last recorded31,392 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR133 JSG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 31,392 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened N/S for stansion damaged - likely to cause premature fork seal failure (5.3.3 (b) (i))

although the brake fluid line to the front master cylinder has been altered I would advise replacing as there are still minor kinks present

Fail 16 Jul 2019 31,387 miles

Front Brake excessively binding holding on 5kgf (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake hose excessively damaged pipe from master cylinder to fluid container "Kinked" (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Wheel damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected very bad flat on front rim (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened N/S for stansion damaged - likely to cause premature fork seal failure (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 29,937 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 29,456 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 29,456 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 May 2016 29,059 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Misting oil on offside fork (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2015

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Apr 2015

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2014
Fail 14 Mar 2014

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 24,593 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 24,593 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 21,166 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 21,166 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 20,259 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 10,240 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2005 19,026 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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R133 JSG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 R133 JSG, 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.

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R133 JSG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 6 March 1998.

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