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M837 DBY

1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

10,037 mi
Last recorded10,037 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R24,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM837 DBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2008 10,037 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 10,037 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2008 10,032 miles

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

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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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M837 DBY is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 M837 DBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M837 DBY registered?

M837 DBY is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 21 July 1998.

Is M837 DBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M837 DBY shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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