CarVerify

Free Car Check

K173 GFU

1993 Kawasaki ZZR600

Red Petrol 592cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,774 mi
Last recorded52,774 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki ZZR60033,411 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK173 GFU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 52,774 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 52,616 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing REDUCED DAMPING (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 52,616 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing REDUCED DAMPING (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 May 2014 52,373 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 52,101 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 51,504 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 50,057 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 48,297 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 46,057 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 45,961 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
Full Kawasaki ZZR600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K173 GFU is a 1993 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 33,411 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 K173 GFU, 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 33 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K173 GFU?

You can check the full history of K173 GFU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K173 GFU registered?

K173 GFU is a 1993 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 7 April 1993.

Is K173 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K173 GFU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K173 GFU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K173 GFU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.