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R607 NMJ

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,553 mi
Last recorded31,553 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR607 NMJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 31,553 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 31,553 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 27,674 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 26,282 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 25,780 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,267 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 24,617 miles

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 24,617 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 23,374 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 23,369 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 20 May 2010 23,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 19,042 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 18,227 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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R607 NMJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R607 NMJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R607 NMJ?

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What year was R607 NMJ registered?

R607 NMJ is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R607 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R607 NMJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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