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BAZ 8581

1991 Kawasaki ZZR600

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,229 mi
Last recorded43,229 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Kawasaki ZZR60036,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 8581
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 43,229 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 431,087 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 431,087 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 30 May 2012 43,169 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 23 May 2012 43,169 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 43,137 miles

Front Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 42,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play on rear suspension links

Pass 8 Aug 2007 42,593 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 42,593 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 41,996 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR600?

Based on 64,083 MOT tests across 6,484 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
749
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,236
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 815
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 657
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 637
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BAZ 8581 is a 1991 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1991 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 36,256 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 ZZR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAZ 8581, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 35 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAZ 8581 registered?

BAZ 8581 is a 1991 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is BAZ 8581 safe to buy?

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