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V299 DRC

1999 Kawasaki ZX9

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,913 mi
Last recorded32,913 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX931,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV299 DRC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 32,913 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 32,885 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012

front brake binding slightly

Fail 3 Mar 2012

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 1 Mar 2011 30,307 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 28,832 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 28,832 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 25,602 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 22,837 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 22,541 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 22,535 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 20,193 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9?

Based on 1,322 MOT tests across 118 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
693
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
118
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
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V299 DRC is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX9 in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZX9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 31,167 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 ZX9 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V299 DRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V299 DRC registered?

V299 DRC is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V299 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V299 DRC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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