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M182 WKW

1995 Kawasaki ZX6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

46,459 mi
Last recorded46,459 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Kawasaki ZX629,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM182 WKW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 46,459 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2026 46,459 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 45,125 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 44,817 miles
Pass 2 May 2022 44,802 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 44,367 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 43,934 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 43,905 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2018 43,397 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 43,397 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 42,827 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 42,262 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 41,617 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2015 41,617 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 40,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 40,632 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 40,632 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 17 Apr 2008 37,727 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

rear tyre soft - inflated to 30psi

Pass 17 Apr 2008 37,727 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre soft - inflated to 30psi

Pass 12 Mar 2007 36,262 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2006 35,551 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 35,500 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6?

Based on 2,032 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 22
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
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M182 WKW is a 1995 Kawasaki ZX6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1995 Kawasaki ZX6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 29,487 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 ZX6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M182 WKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M182 WKW registered?

M182 WKW is a 1995 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 22 May 1995.

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