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P163 CTT

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

52,071 mi
Last recorded52,071 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP163 CTT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 52,071 miles

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

Seat anchorage slightly worn but seat secure

Fail 16 May 2019 52,071 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2016 50,702 miles

Front front breaks are bidding

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion l/h fork seal (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 50,702 miles

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

Front front breaks are bidding

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion l/h fork seal (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 47,971 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 42,344 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 36,759 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 30,924 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 May 2009 30,924 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 26,216 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 26,216 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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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P163 CTT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P163 CTT, 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 P163 CTT registered?

P163 CTT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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