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N236 JAT

1996 Kawasaki ZX6R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,221 mi
Last recorded50,221 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R27,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN236 JAT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 50,221 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 42,704 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 34,930 miles

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 12 Jul 2014 32,494 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 28,647 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 28,639 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 19 Jul 2012 26,434 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 26,434 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 24,209 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2011 24,205 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 21,604 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 21,402 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,402 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2008 20,971 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2008 20,971 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 20,255 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 20,255 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 18,256 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6R?

Based on 10,134 MOT tests across 1,066 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
827
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,066
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 261
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
reflector on motorcycle missing 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 121
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 104
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N236 JAT is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 27,568 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 ZX6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 261 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N236 JAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N236 JAT registered?

N236 JAT is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 23 April 1996.

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The MOT history for N236 JAT shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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