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N511 DKU

1996 Kawasaki ZX6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,342 mi
Last recorded38,342 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R27,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN511 DKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 38,342 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 36,338 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 36,074 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 35,992 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 35,975 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 35,920 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 30,185 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

steering movement slightly notchy

Pass 16 Feb 2013 30,111 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Feb 2013 30,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 27,976 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 27,976 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 25,682 miles

Will need rear wheel bearings soon

Pass 29 Jan 2010 22,102 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 21,795 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 19,014 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Feb 2008 19,014 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 18,114 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 17,366 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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N511 DKU is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N511 DKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N511 DKU registered?

N511 DKU is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 5 April 1996.

Is N511 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N511 DKU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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