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S57 BHO

1998 Kawasaki ZX9

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

54,821 mi
Last recorded54,821 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX934,737 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS57 BHO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 54,821 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 49,560 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 49,560 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 47,945 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 47,320 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 44,761 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 43,937 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 41,016 miles

horn catches on forks when steering turns to full lock does not restrict steering

Fail 23 Aug 2016 41,016 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

horn catches on forks when steering turns to full lock does not restrict steering

Pass 3 Aug 2015 32,277 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 32,191 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

impact damage to o/s of bike

Pass 20 Aug 2013 31,727 miles

Impact damage noted off-side.

Nail in front tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2012 30,384 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

crash damage to plastic panels on o/s of motorcycle

rear brake pads low

Fail 16 Aug 2011 27,773 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 27,773 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 25,940 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 24,177 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Aug 2009 24,096 miles

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 23,303 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2007 21,917 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are tight but not considered excessive (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 20,665 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2005 14,415 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2005 14,415 miles

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

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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S57 BHO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9 in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S57 BHO, 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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S57 BHO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 7 September 1998.

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