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W523 YCR

2000 Kawasaki ZX900-E1

Blue Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,534 mi
Last recorded15,534 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX900-E117,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW523 YCR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX900-E1
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 15,534 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 15,336 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 15,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 14,789 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 14,588 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 14,308 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 13,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 12,848 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 12,586 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 12,566 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 12,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 11,792 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 11,254 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 10,806 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 10,439 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 10,032 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 9,782 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 9,782 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 9,352 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 9,059 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 8,330 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 7,573 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX900-E1?

Based on 1,484 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
709
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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W523 YCR is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX900-E1 in Blue with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZX900-E1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 17,550 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX900-E1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W523 YCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX900-E1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki ZX900-E1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W523 YCR registered?

W523 YCR is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX900-E1, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W523 YCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W523 YCR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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