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P512 XWS

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,696 mi
Last recorded46,696 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 XWS
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 46,696 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 44,800 miles

Throttle revs on reverse slightly

Pass 28 Aug 2013 43,976 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 43,937 miles

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

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

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

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 7 May 2011 43,934 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 42,746 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 41,534 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 31,443 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 31,443 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2005 25,021 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 25,021 miles

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

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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P512 XWS is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 30,154 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 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 P512 XWS, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P512 XWS registered?

P512 XWS is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 6 July 1998.

Is P512 XWS safe to buy?

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