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R297 YRV

1998 Kawasaki ZX9

Blue Petrol 9cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX934,737 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 YRV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine9cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2014
Pass 15 Jul 2011
Pass 12 May 2010 15,730 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,556 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 43,955 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 43,901 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 May 2006 39,009 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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R297 YRV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9 in Blue with a 9cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R297 YRV, 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.

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How do I check the history of R297 YRV?

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What year was R297 YRV registered?

R297 YRV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R297 YRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R297 YRV 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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