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T554 SUB

1999 Kawasaki ZX9R

Orange Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,397 mi
Last recorded55,397 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX9R26,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT554 SUB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 55,397 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 54,408 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 51,804 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 51,745 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive TIGHT SPOTS (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 43,967 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 43,903 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 43,195 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 43,195 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out bad run out prob bobbins, Bad brake squeal (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 May 2015 42,274 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 42,242 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 40,531 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 40,531 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 36,363 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 32,072 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 25,805 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 19,671 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 19,473 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 18,948 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 18,032 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 17,236 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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T554 SUB is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX9R in Orange with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 26,447 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 T554 SUB, 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 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T554 SUB registered?

T554 SUB is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T554 SUB safe to buy?

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