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R19 NYN

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,403 mi
Last recorded11,403 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR19 NYN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2026 11,403 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 11,131 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 10,176 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 9,901 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 9,774 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 9,600 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 9,509 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 9,422 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 9,174 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 8,500 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 8,335 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 8,160 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 8,043 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 7,997 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 7,915 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 7,765 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 7,744 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 7,640 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 7,492 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 6,612 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 6,118 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 5,833 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9R?

Based on 4,749 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
reflector on motorcycle missing 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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R19 NYN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 24,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX9R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R19 NYN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R19 NYN?

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What year was R19 NYN registered?

R19 NYN is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R19 NYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R19 NYN shows 22 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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