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R296 RCW

1998 Kawasaki ZX9R

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,572 mi
Last recorded47,572 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R28,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR296 RCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX9R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 47,572 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 47,572 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 46,577 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 46,376 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 46,143 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 42,853 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 27,040 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 18,817 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 18,807 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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R296 RCW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 28,968 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 ZX9R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R296 RCW, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX9R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R296 RCW registered?

R296 RCW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX9R, first registered on 17 April 1998.

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