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H312 KSW

1998 Kawasaki ZZR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,446 mi
Last recorded66,446 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR60024,611 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH312 KSW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 66,446 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Multiple stiff links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2026 66,446 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Multiple stiff links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 62,397 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

rear foot pegs missing

Fail 2 Aug 2024 62,376 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick off to wrong side (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

rear foot pegs missing

Pass 5 May 2023 59,995 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 59,694 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit squared off (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

not running right possible misfire

Pass 11 Sep 2010 59,690 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 59,609 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 59,522 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 59,378 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 58,774 miles

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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H312 KSW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 24,611 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 H312 KSW, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H312 KSW registered?

H312 KSW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 21 April 1998.

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