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K60 OAM

1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R24,700 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK60 OAM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2024

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

Front brake fluid recommend changing

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear fairing slightly loose

Rear pads corroding

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Throttle slightly sticking

Pass 25 Aug 2023 46,539 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable Both bars bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Handlebar slightly touches tank on lock but no impeding use.

No lights fitted at time of test. Day time use only

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 46,539 miles

Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing Right hand lock . Screen bracket (2.1.4 (e))

Offside Rear Brake component insecure Mounting bracket for pedal (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable Both bars bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

No lights fitted at time of test. Day time use only

Pass 17 Aug 2021 46,335 miles

*DAYTIME MOT ONLY* no lights fitted at time of test

Chain guard missing ()

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

Fail 14 Aug 2021 46,335 miles

Brake disc fractured nearside & offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

*DAYTIME MOT ONLY* no lights fitted at time of test

Chain guard missing ()

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

Fail 1 Jul 2011 43,371 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 38,909 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 33,720 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 29,199 miles

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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K60 OAM is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K60 OAM, 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.

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What year was K60 OAM registered?

K60 OAM is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 12 May 1998.

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