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P138 ESO

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

28,024 mi
Last recorded28,024 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP138 ESO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,024 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

headlamp flash not working

Fail 7 Jun 2012 28,024 miles

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

headlamp flash not working

Pass 13 May 2011 23,866 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 23,062 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 23,062 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2006 22,315 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 22,315 miles

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

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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P138 ESO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P138 ESO, 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 P138 ESO registered?

P138 ESO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 28 July 1997.

Is P138 ESO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P138 ESO shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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