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V291 JTG

2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,486 mi
Last recorded32,486 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R21,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV291 JTG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 32,486 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

chain stiff

Fail 10 Aug 2016 32,483 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Mar 2015 30,652 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

drive chain dry on some links

Pass 31 Mar 2014 27,498 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2014 27,948 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 24,928 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 23,134 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 22,062 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 19,664 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2008 17,182 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 17,182 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 14,830 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-9R?

Based on 103,150 MOT tests across 8,856 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
814
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,856
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,678
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,258
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 987
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 760
reflector on motorcycle missing 722
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V291 JTG is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 21,726 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 ZX-9R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,678 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V291 JTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V291 JTG registered?

V291 JTG is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 21 January 2000.

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