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P162 TMV

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,883 mi
Last recorded39,883 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP162 TMV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 39,883 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 37,803 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 37,067 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose very slight play in swing arm pivot (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 36,842 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 36,771 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 36,771 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking rh lock adjusted free play (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls adjust switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Nov 2011 36,768 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 36,496 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 35,558 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 35,548 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 35,140 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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P162 TMV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P162 TMV, 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 P162 TMV registered?

P162 TMV is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 7 July 1997.

Is P162 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P162 TMV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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