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N371 OSU

1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

52,381 mi
Last recorded52,381 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R26,506 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN371 OSU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 52,381 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 52,381 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 51,686 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 50,551 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Sep 2016 50,551 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 49,530 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 49,530 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 47,657 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 6 Mar 2014 47,657 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 43,892 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 42,353 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 42,353 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 38,710 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 36,483 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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N371 OSU 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 N371 OSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N371 OSU registered?

N371 OSU is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 9 May 1996.

Is N371 OSU safe to buy?

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