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R944 GNA

1998 Kawasaki ZX9

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

53,124 mi
Last recorded53,124 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX934,737 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR944 GNA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 53,124 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 52,409 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 50,826 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 50,826 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 49,129 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 49,129 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 48,845 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 45,709 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 43,789 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 42,627 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 41,725 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 40,714 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 39,479 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 38,570 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 36,827 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 35,227 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 33,946 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 32,166 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 27,050 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 21,413 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 17,621 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 17,470 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 17,410 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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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R944 GNA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9 in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R944 GNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R944 GNA registered?

R944 GNA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R944 GNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R944 GNA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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