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M406 XNM

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,996 mi
Last recorded25,996 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM406 XNM
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2011 25,996 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 25,996 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 8 May 2010 24,916 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 24,916 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 24,353 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 24,353 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 23,213 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 23,213 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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M406 XNM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 25,329 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 M406 XNM, 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 29 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 M406 XNM registered?

M406 XNM is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is M406 XNM safe to buy?

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