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J661 NJT

1997 Kawasaki ZZR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,048 mi
Last recorded37,048 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZZR60026,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ661 NJT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,048 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 37,046 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 28,444 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 27,158 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 27,158 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 24,853 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,736 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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J661 NJT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 26,495 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 J661 NJT, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J661 NJT registered?

J661 NJT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is J661 NJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J661 NJT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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