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Y799 NLX

2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

28,170 mi
Last recorded28,170 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R19,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY799 NLX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-9R
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2024 28,170 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 27,804 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 26,326 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 25,081 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 22,941 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 22,940 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 21,487 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 18,995 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 18,523 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 18,304 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 18,246 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 18,246 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 18,028 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 17,719 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 17,719 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 16,737 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2011 16,737 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 13,319 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 13,003 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 7,780 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 3,507 miles

front and rear tyres worn uneven slight exhaust blow front end

Pass 28 Mar 2006 3,335 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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Y799 NLX is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R in Green with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 19,393 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 Y799 NLX, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-9R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y799 NLX registered?

Y799 NLX is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9R, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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