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P167 OBU

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,400 mi
Last recorded50,400 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP167 OBU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 50,400 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 49,124 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 47,921 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 46,911 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 46,458 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 45,684 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 45,626 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Headlamp image corrected with tape

Rear tyre slightly perrishing

Pass 7 Jun 2013 44,500 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 43,449 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 36,750 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 11 Mar 2010 36,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 36,382 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Damage to number plate lower edge.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 35,893 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 34,011 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2006 24,625 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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P167 OBU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P167 OBU, 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 P167 OBU registered?

P167 OBU is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 17 April 1997.

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