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R900 MAW

1998 Kawasaki ZX9

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,194 mi
Last recorded67,194 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX934,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR900 MAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 67,194 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 66,628 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 66,305 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 64,497 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 61,954 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 60,548 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2018 60,548 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 58,048 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 42,637 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 41,217 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 40,888 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 40,888 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 39,931 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 37,869 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 33,395 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 33,395 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
693
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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R900 MAW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9 in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 34,737 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 ZX9 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R900 MAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R900 MAW registered?

R900 MAW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 13 March 1998.

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