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N4 ORV

1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,433 mi
Last recorded39,433 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R24,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN4 ORV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 39,433 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 38,870 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2023 38,240 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 38,240 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 37,476 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2022 37,476 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 34,852 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2018 33,560 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 32,243 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 29,865 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 27,612 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 25,289 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 22,456 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 20,720 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 17,482 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 15,747 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 14,386 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 13,522 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2008 13,510 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2007 13,428 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 13,428 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Pass 22 May 2006 12,967 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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N4 ORV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N4 ORV, 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 N4 ORV registered?

N4 ORV is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is N4 ORV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N4 ORV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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