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R903 UKH

1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100

Black Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

42,067 mi
Last recorded42,067 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R110024,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 UKH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZ-R1100
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 42,067 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 41,231 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 40,903 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 40,565 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 40,564 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake component insecure Rear brake torque arm to caliper bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 40,045 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 39,791 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 39,408 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 39,408 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2017 39,186 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 37,291 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 May 2015 35,448 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 35,448 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2014 34,581 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 34,351 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 34,350 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 33,962 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 33,662 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 33,657 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 33,657 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 36,332 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 33,805 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZ-R1100?

Based on 40,398 MOT tests across 4,020 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
4,020
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 737
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 732
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 494
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 432
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 370
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R903 UKH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 in Black with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 24,232 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 ZZ-R1100 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 737 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R903 UKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZ-R1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R903 UKH registered?

R903 UKH is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZ-R1100, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for R903 UKH shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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