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Y223 GLG

2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E1

Red Other 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

23,266 mi
Last recorded23,266 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E116,879 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY223 GLG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX900-E1
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine899cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 23,266 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2026 23,226 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 23,151 miles
Fail 11 May 2023 22,724 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 22,374 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 22,352 miles
Pass 13 May 2019
Fail 29 Apr 2019 22,130 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 21,514 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX900-E1?

Based on 1,484 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
709
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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Y223 GLG is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E1 in Red with a 899cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 16,879 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 ZX900-E1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y223 GLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX900-E1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX900-E1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y223 GLG registered?

Y223 GLG is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX900-E1, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y223 GLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y223 GLG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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