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V149 DSL

1999 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,461 mi
Last recorded30,461 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX9R26,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV149 DSL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 30,461 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 30,447 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 30,394 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 29,049 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 28,507 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 26,539 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 24,229 miles

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

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2013 23,072 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 23,038 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 22,218 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 22,218 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 21,367 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 20,815 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 20,042 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 20,042 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2007 19,357 miles

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

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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V149 DSL is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 V149 DSL, 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.

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What year was V149 DSL registered?

V149 DSL is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 22 September 1999.

Is V149 DSL safe to buy?

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