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P128 MEH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,472 mi
Last recorded37,472 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP128 MEH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 37,472 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 36,169 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 36,097 miles

Clutch lever shortened short lever fitted (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied short lever fitted (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 36,032 miles

short clutch lever fitted

short front brake lever fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2017 36,032 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired lens broken . showing white light (1.5.3a)

Offside Handlebar deformed handle bar bent fouling tank on right hand lock (2.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

short clutch lever fitted

short front brake lever fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2016 29,579 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 29,579 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 26,313 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2015 26,171 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 20,241 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 13,508 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 13,305 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 13,299 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 13,298 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 13,132 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 12,559 miles

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

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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P128 MEH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 P128 MEH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P128 MEH registered?

P128 MEH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 8 April 1997.

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