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R64 YJO

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

25,208 mi
Last recorded25,208 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR64 YJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 25,208 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 24,961 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 24,609 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 24,390 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 24,072 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 23,221 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 22,979 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 22,976 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 22,515 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 22,507 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 21,795 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 21,189 miles

exhaust manifold clamp broken

grab rail missing

rear brake disc slightly worn

slight clutch drag

Fail 21 Aug 2014 21,112 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Chain guard missing

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

coolant bottle loose

exhaust manifold clamp broken

rear grab rail missing

Pass 2 Sep 2013 18,627 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 17,514 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 15,508 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 14,419 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 10,447 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 10,112 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 9,971 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

right foot peg loose

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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R64 YJO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 R64 YJO, 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

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What year was R64 YJO registered?

R64 YJO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is R64 YJO safe to buy?

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