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R357 LBD

1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C1

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C123,824 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR357 LBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 900-C1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 20,831 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2025

Front Brake component insecure Brake fluid reservoir (1.1.21 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Clocks insecure likely to fail (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 19,940 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 19,935 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2008 19,433 miles

Front Lower Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 19,433 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 19,330 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 900-C1?

Based on 728 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
930
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
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R357 LBD is a 1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C1 in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 23,824 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 Zx 900-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R357 LBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 900-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 900-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R357 LBD registered?

R357 LBD is a 1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C1, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is R357 LBD safe to buy?

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