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R277 OEO

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,771 mi
Last recorded18,771 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR277 OEO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 18,771 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 17 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 27,393 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2022 27,393 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 27,260 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 26,943 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 25,803 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 25,481 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 25,223 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 25,171 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 24,969 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake slightly spongy

Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,604 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 24,016 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 21,157 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 20,310 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 19,191 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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R277 OEO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R277 OEO, 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 R277 OEO registered?

R277 OEO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R277 OEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R277 OEO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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