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YH09 GBU

2009 Kawasaki ZX-10R

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,478 mi
Last recorded19,478 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kawasaki ZX-10R12,838 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH09 GBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-10R
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 19,478 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 15,683 miles

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 13,060 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 12,531 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 12,196 miles

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2021 12,196 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 20,652 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 20,527 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 20,527 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 17,298 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 16,464 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 15,663 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 9,264 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 5,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 3,504 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))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-10R?

Based on 22,031 MOT tests across 2,126 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
903
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
2,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 183
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 183
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 103
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 98
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 72
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YH09 GBU is a 2009 Kawasaki ZX-10R in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Kawasaki ZX-10R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 12,838 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 ZX-10R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YH09 GBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-10R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-10R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YH09 GBU registered?

YH09 GBU is a 2009 Kawasaki ZX-10R, first registered on 25 March 2009.

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