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GIG 3257

1997 Kawasaki ZX6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

31,364 mi
Last recorded31,364 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R25,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIG 3257
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 31,364 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1mm, change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 30,408 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 30,408 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements original standard plate fitted on test (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Oct 2016 29,285 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 49,705 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Jun 2014 49,692 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

slight play in rear swing arm

Pass 16 Apr 2013 47,181 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 45,476 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 45,269 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 45,269 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 44,098 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 44,098 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 43,702 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 43,702 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 43,493 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 43,483 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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GIG 3257 is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 25,388 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 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 GIG 3257, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GIG 3257 registered?

GIG 3257 is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is GIG 3257 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIG 3257 shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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