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S145 CGX

1998 Kawasaki ZX9

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,069 mi
Last recorded37,069 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX934,737 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS145 CGX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 37,069 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2024 37,060 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 37,042 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 36,891 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 36,891 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 36,688 miles

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 36,551 miles

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 36,177 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 35,515 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 35,432 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 35,250 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 34,914 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 33,935 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 33,934 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 37,330 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 33,434 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 32,239 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 29,368 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 26,270 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 26,220 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 23,244 miles

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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S145 CGX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9 in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S145 CGX, 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 S145 CGX registered?

S145 CGX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S145 CGX safe to buy?

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