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P169 BUT

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,524 mi
Last recorded12,524 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP169 BUT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 12,524 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 12,304 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 12,176 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 12,163 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 12,101 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 12,101 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 12,062 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2018 12,053 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 11,980 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2016 11,887 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 11,842 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2014 11,795 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2013 11,679 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 11,459 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

o/s rear caliper piston, dust seal showing

Pass 12 Mar 2011 11,165 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 10,997 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 10,754 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 10,637 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 10,398 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 9,630 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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P169 BUT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P169 BUT, 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 P169 BUT registered?

P169 BUT is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P169 BUT safe to buy?

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