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S48 BHO

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,485 mi
Last recorded42,485 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2010
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS48 BHO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2010 42,485 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2010 42,485 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 38,626 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 34,749 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 30,453 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 26,455 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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S48 BHO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S48 BHO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S48 BHO registered?

S48 BHO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 2 September 1998.

Is S48 BHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S48 BHO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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