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R177 JAF

1998 Kawasaki ZX9

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

9,087 mi
Last recorded9,087 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX934,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR177 JAF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 9,087 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 8,678 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 8,398 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 8,132 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (front forks) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 7,850 miles

Central Rear number plate delaminated but still readable

Fail 28 Apr 2017 7,850 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Central Rear number plate delaminated but still readable

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 6,960 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 6,944 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 3,222 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2015 3,218 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 57,951 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 46,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 46,101 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 44,769 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 41,582 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 37,365 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 37,365 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 35,152 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 33,846 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
693
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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R177 JAF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9 in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 34,737 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 ZX9 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R177 JAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R177 JAF registered?

R177 JAF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R177 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R177 JAF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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