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P122 SAH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,601 mi
Last recorded32,601 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP122 SAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2016 32,601 miles
Fail 7 May 2016

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering Loose on mounting bolts. (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low Incorrect pattern & (1.6)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly loose on handlebars (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Fitted with strip type LED rear indicators.

Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 16 May 2015 29,995 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 May 2015 29,989 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 May 2007 28,537 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 26,127 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 22,746 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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P122 SAH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 25,329 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 P122 SAH, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P122 SAH registered?

P122 SAH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 24 April 1997.

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