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K189 FSF

1993 Kawasaki ZZR600

Purple Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,666 mi
Last recorded19,666 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki ZZR60033,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK189 FSF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 19,666 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 19,345 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 18,413 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 18,408 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 18,403 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to rear brake binding (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 18,394 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 17,481 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 15,717 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 14,326 miles

slight bind front brake

Pass 9 Apr 2014 14,291 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 14,262 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 14,241 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 14,236 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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K189 FSF is a 1993 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Purple with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 K189 FSF, 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

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What year was K189 FSF registered?

K189 FSF is a 1993 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 1 May 1993.

Is K189 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K189 FSF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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