MOT Status
ValidMileage
38,742 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Central Rear Lower Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
Central Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
slight bind on brakes
Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front Upper Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-6R?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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P165 OLE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 P165 OLE, 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 P165 OLE registered?
P165 OLE is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 19 April 1997.
Is P165 OLE safe to buy?
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