1998 Kawasaki ZX-9R 0.9L Petrol · R48 KCD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a clean MOT record since a singular mechanical failure. The most recent test conducted in February 2024 at 22,064 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This indicates that the mechanical issues identified in 2019 were successfully rectified and the motorcycle has since maintained a high standard of operational compliance across the last five testing cycles. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 28-year-old machine, averaging approximately 788 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between February 2021 and October 2022, where the bike covered 12,763 miles in twenty months, followed by a more rapid accumulation of 6,019 miles between October 2022 and February 2024. While the low mileage suggests minimal wear on drivetrain and engine components, the irregular intervals often mask age-related degradation of rubber seals and fluids during periods of sitting stationary. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, given the historical failure in July 2019 where the front brake was flagged for being excessively binding. Although the subsequent tests show no recurring issues, the low usage frequency can lead to caliper piston seizure or perished brake lines. Additionally, the age of the vehicle necessitates a thorough check of the fork seals, brake hoses, and tyre cracking, as these components degrade due to time rather than the low mileage recorded on the odometer.