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BAZ 3987

1996 Kawasaki ZX6R

Blue Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,289 mi
Last recorded45,289 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R27,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 3987
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 45,289 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 45,286 miles

Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2018 45,039 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 44,221 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2016 43,091 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 43,080 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 40,335 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 39,780 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 May 2014 39,775 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 37,745 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

oil cooler hoses corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2010 35,851 miles

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

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

oil leak lower left side engine

Pass 13 Aug 2009 33,879 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 May 2007 33,852 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 33,063 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6R?

Based on 10,134 MOT tests across 1,066 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
827
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,066
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 261
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
reflector on motorcycle missing 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 121
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 104
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BAZ 3987 is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R in Blue with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 27,568 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 261 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAZ 3987, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BAZ 3987 is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 1 July 1996.

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