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R49 YAU

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,896 mi
Last recorded50,896 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 YAU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 50,896 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 50,224 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 48,871 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 48,871 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 47,473 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 47,177 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,000 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 45,184 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 42,032 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 42,032 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 39,519 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 36,241 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 33,930 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 33,780 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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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R49 YAU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R49 YAU, 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 R49 YAU registered?

R49 YAU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R49 YAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 YAU shows 14 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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