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P16 SPH

1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

50,177 mi
Last recorded50,177 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R25,329 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP16 SPH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2010 50,177 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 50,177 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 46,915 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2008 45,830 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Seal pushed out of caliper

Pass 28 Jun 2007 41,403 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 41,403 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 33,755 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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P16 SPH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P16 SPH, 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 P16 SPH registered?

P16 SPH is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P16 SPH safe to buy?

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