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P130 SAH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

38,263 mi
Last recorded38,263 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP130 SAH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 38,263 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front fork dust seals slightly perished

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 37,821 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 37,229 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 37,211 miles

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 35,524 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2023 35,503 miles

Drive chain worn to excess worn with tight spots. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess teeth starting to hook over. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs slightly pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear disc slightly pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 31,800 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 28,380 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 28,214 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 28,210 miles

Stop lamp not working hand control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 28,070 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 27,935 miles

Nearside Rear cush drive rubbers slight movement

Pass 8 May 2014 27,777 miles

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

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

Fail 6 May 2014 27,747 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

exhaust has been fouling on swinging arm

Pass 10 Dec 2012 27,596 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 27,498 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 27,187 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 26,055 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 22,596 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 22,245 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 21,400 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 21,400 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

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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P130 SAH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 P130 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 P130 SAH registered?

P130 SAH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 11 March 1997.

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