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P506 TVG

1997 Kawasaki ZX6R

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,183 mi
Last recorded26,183 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R25,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP506 TVG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 26,183 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

oil leak from front of engine

Pass 8 Jul 2025 26,074 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front discs slight fluctuation when tested on roller floor tester (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil offside front fork light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear outside pad getting close to wear limits (1.1.13 (a))

Oil leak front of engine (near oil filter) and surrouding areas

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear disc slight wear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 25,957 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 25,656 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 24,205 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 22,536 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 22,452 miles

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 24 May 2014 22,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 22,034 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 21,389 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2010 37,379 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 33,513 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 33,513 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2007 33,243 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 31,909 miles

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

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6R?

Based on 10,134 MOT tests across 1,066 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
827
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,066
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 261
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
reflector on motorcycle missing 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 121
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 104
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P506 TVG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 25,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 261 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P506 TVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P506 TVG registered?

P506 TVG is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P506 TVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P506 TVG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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