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P164 GAW

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

44,236 mi
Last recorded44,236 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 GAW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 44,236 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 43,026 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 42,275 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 41,303 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 40,002 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 38,903 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 36,397 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,859 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 34,759 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 33,712 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 32,221 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 31,407 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 31,407 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 29,997 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 28,349 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 27,100 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 25,033 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 22,749 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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P164 GAW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P164 GAW, 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 P164 GAW registered?

P164 GAW is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P164 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P164 GAW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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