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S610 KFJ

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

54,046 mi
Last recorded54,046 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS610 KFJ
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 54,046 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2025 54,032 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 51,667 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2024 51,667 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 49,261 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 46,915 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 46,915 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 44,571 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 42,274 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 42,274 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 May 2019 39,287 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 May 2019 39,287 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 36,997 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 36,996 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2017 34,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2017 34,728 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 32,063 miles

Front Pilot light inop

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 32,063 miles

Front Pilot light inop

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2015 30,871 miles

beam kick to right taped

Pass 16 May 2014 28,337 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 28,073 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 26,778 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 26,602 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 26,602 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,723 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 25,723 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 25,042 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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S610 KFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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

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 S610 KFJ, 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.

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What year was S610 KFJ registered?

S610 KFJ is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 12 August 1998.

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