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R341 EFB

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

40,240 mi
Last recorded40,240 miles
Recorded on7 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR341 EFB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2011 40,240 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 40,038 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 40,034 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2009 38,388 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 38,379 miles

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 36,546 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 36,542 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Oct 2006 34,400 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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R341 EFB is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R341 EFB, 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.

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What year was R341 EFB registered?

R341 EFB is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R341 EFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R341 EFB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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