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N716 UPE

1996 Kawasaki ZX6R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,227 mi
Last recorded51,227 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R27,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN716 UPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 51,227 miles

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 50,864 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 49,230 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Has tight spots. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2023 49,230 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Has tight spots. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2013 48,176 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2013 48,176 miles

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 46,669 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 45,620 miles

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 42,330 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 39,813 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 39,813 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 36,306 miles

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

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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N716 UPE is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N716 UPE, 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 N716 UPE registered?

N716 UPE is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N716 UPE safe to buy?

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