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S517 TEW

1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,739 mi
Last recorded30,739 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R25,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS517 TEW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 30,739 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 29,600 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 29,508 miles

Offside Front fork seal weeping

Pass 6 Jun 2019 28,183 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 24,466 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 24,466 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 20,864 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 17,368 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 17,360 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 16,158 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 15,733 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 15,204 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-9R?

Based on 103,150 MOT tests across 8,856 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,678
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,258
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 987
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 760
reflector on motorcycle missing 722
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S517 TEW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 25,504 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S517 TEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S517 TEW?

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What year was S517 TEW registered?

S517 TEW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 28 September 1998.

Is S517 TEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S517 TEW shows 12 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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