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R141 GCV

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,988 mi
Last recorded45,988 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR141 GCV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2012 45,988 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 45,251 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 44,717 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 44,496 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 44,196 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 44,196 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 42,213 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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R141 GCV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R141 GCV, 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 R141 GCV registered?

R141 GCV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 26 March 1998.

Is R141 GCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R141 GCV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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