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V966 DBV

1999 Kawasaki ZX9

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,007 mi
Last recorded35,007 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX931,167 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV966 DBV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 35,007 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 34,840 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 34,579 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 34,348 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2022 34,348 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 34,267 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nail in rear tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 34,219 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 34,095 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 33,221 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 33,221 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 33,047 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 32,558 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 32,418 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 32,139 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 30,083 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 30,083 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 29,393 miles

rear chain requires adjustment

rear pads down to 2mm

slight play in rear wheel brgs

Pass 19 Sep 2008 28,120 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 28,120 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 27,322 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 27,322 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Twist grip rubber swelled up.bit stiff. Rear brake dust seals have pushed out of caliper

Pass 4 Aug 2006 26,255 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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V966 DBV is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX9 in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V966 DBV, 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 V966 DBV registered?

V966 DBV is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 8 September 1999.

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