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S329 BCG

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

15,888 mi
Last recorded15,888 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS329 BCG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 15,888 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 15,476 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 15,421 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 15,154 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 14,643 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 14,113 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Oct 2018 14,113 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) split pin missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 13,219 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 12,562 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 12,547 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 12,305 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 12,305 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 12,192 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 12,192 miles

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 11,630 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 10,887 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 10,811 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 10,753 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 10,429 miles

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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S329 BCG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,968 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 S329 BCG, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S329 BCG registered?

S329 BCG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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