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N226 XDO

1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

46,432 mi
Last recorded46,432 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R26,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN226 XDO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 46,432 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 46,276 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 46,257 miles

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

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel fractured tyre valve (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 45,965 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 45,490 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 45,490 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 44,313 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 44,313 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 42,284 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2013 42,280 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 39,586 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front mudguard worn

Fail 2 Oct 2008 39,586 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front mudguard worn

Pass 16 Oct 2007 35,411 miles

mtg bolt missing at main pipe to silencer joint.

n/s lower fairing mtg does not fully support the fairing.

Pass 4 Oct 2006 22,489 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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N226 XDO is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 26,506 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 N226 XDO, 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 30 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 N226 XDO registered?

N226 XDO is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 11 April 1996.

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The MOT history for N226 XDO shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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