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R228 JGU

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,355 mi
Last recorded27,355 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 JGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 27,355 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 26,860 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 26,621 miles

headlamp mask fitted at time of test

Pass 28 May 2019 26,011 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 20 Sep 2017 24,773 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 23,583 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 23,436 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 23,194 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 22,996 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012
Pass 9 Apr 2011 22,105 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 10,448 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 10,448 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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R228 JGU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,968 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 R228 JGU, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R228 JGU registered?

R228 JGU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R228 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 JGU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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