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UPW 159R

1997 Kawasaki Z900

Brown Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,159 mi
Last recorded16,159 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Z90034,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPW 159R
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ900
Year1997
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2019 16,159 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 16,117 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 15,880 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 15,432 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 15,232 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 14,760 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 13,593 miles

Front brake slightly spongy

Pass 22 May 2012 13,184 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 13,039 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 12,101 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z900?

Based on 4,260 MOT tests across 786 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
251
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 22
Direction indicators not working 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Horn not working 14
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UPW 159R is a 1997 Kawasaki Z900 in Brown with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Z900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 34,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z900 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPW 159R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z900 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Z900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UPW 159R registered?

UPW 159R is a 1997 Kawasaki Z900, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is UPW 159R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPW 159R shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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