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N958 MPV

1996 Kawasaki ZX9

Black Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

47,257 mi
Last recorded47,257 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX927,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN958 MPV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2015 47,257 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 46,216 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 46,216 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 45,465 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 44,991 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Jun 2012 44,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 Nov 2010 44,234 miles

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

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 44,234 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 42,085 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 34,819 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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N958 MPV is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9 in Black with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX9 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 27,906 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 N958 MPV, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N958 MPV registered?

N958 MPV is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX9, first registered on 19 February 1996.

Is N958 MPV safe to buy?

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