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S431 CPN

1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C1

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

31,841 mi
Last recorded31,841 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C123,824 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS431 CPN
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 900-C1
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 31,841 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2025 31,841 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect stripped and fitted bub as required correctly and checked aim (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 31,547 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush shocker bracket (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 May 2022 31,542 miles

Offside Front brake leaver bent slightly

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer outer case under bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement monoshock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 31,437 miles

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement MONOSHOCK LINKAGE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2021 31,437 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement MONOSHOCK LINKAGE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 30,583 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 29,453 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 28,179 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 28,179 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 28,163 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 26,929 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 26,929 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 21,897 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 21,897 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2013 21,304 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 21,304 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 20,875 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 20,338 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 19,889 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 May 2010 19,889 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 19,432 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 19,044 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 17,343 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 16,292 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 900-C1?

Based on 728 MOT tests across 139 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
930
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
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S431 CPN is a 1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C1 in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 23,824 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 Zx 900-C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S431 CPN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 900-C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 900-C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S431 CPN registered?

S431 CPN is a 1998 Kawasaki Zx 900-C1, first registered on 7 August 1998.

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