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S86 UGY

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

White Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,087 mi
Last recorded51,087 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS86 UGY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 51,087 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 May 2025 51,087 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel cap not checked unable to open

Pass 27 Jun 2023 50,936 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023 50,936 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2022 50,636 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 50,526 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 50,133 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 49,961 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2019 49,961 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 45,565 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 44,540 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 43,473 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 41,168 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 40,270 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 40,260 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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S86 UGY is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in White with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S86 UGY, 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 S86 UGY registered?

S86 UGY is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S86 UGY safe to buy?

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