CarVerify

Free Car Check

S58 AMR

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Blue Petrol 900cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

85,053 mi
Last recorded85,053 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS58 AMR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 85,053 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2025 84,947 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 84,867 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 84,016 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 31 Mar 2023 84,016 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 83,846 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

rear brake lever has some travel

Pass 19 Mar 2021 83,052 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 79,804 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 75,559 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 70,292 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 70,292 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 61,509 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 51,476 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2016 51,476 miles

Exhaust mounting missing Spring Clip missing (7.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 44,658 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 37,438 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 36,158 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 35,341 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 34,665 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 33,804 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 32,448 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 31,337 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 30,225 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
Full Kawasaki ZX9R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S58 AMR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 S58 AMR, 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

How do I check the history of S58 AMR?

You can check the full history of S58 AMR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S58 AMR registered?

S58 AMR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is S58 AMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S58 AMR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S58 AMR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S58 AMR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.