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P618 BRU

1997 Kawasaki ZX9R

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,132 mi
Last recorded26,132 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R24,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 BRU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 26,132 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Aug 2018 24,749 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 23,388 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 21,333 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 18,656 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 14,647 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 11,204 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 6,358 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 6,358 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 6,350 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX9R?

Based on 4,749 MOT tests across 522 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
522
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 94
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 56
reflector on motorcycle missing 55
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 48
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P618 BRU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 24,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX9R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P618 BRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX9R typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P618 BRU registered?

P618 BRU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P618 BRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P618 BRU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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