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J6 YFB

1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

41,050 mi
Last recorded41,050 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R24,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ6 YFB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 41,050 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit in the centre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 37,606 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 36,731 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 36,531 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 36,067 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 35,583 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 35,073 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 34,504 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 33,813 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 33,106 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. out to offside (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 32,052 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 31,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 30,738 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 29,612 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 29,601 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 28,529 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 27,798 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 27,798 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 27,072 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 26,108 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 24,663 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 23,763 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 22,300 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-6R?

Based on 204,826 MOT tests across 18,598 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
18,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,042
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,214
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 2,163
reflector on motorcycle missing 2,083
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,640
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J6 YFB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 24,700 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX-6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,042 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J6 YFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J6 YFB registered?

J6 YFB is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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The MOT history for J6 YFB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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