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P523 POT

1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

18,442 mi
Last recorded18,442 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R24,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP523 POT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 18,442 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 18,414 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock lock stops missing (2.1.4 (b))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced side stand (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 31 May 2019 16,816 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 May 2019 16,809 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 30,646 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 24,573 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 24,140 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 23,796 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 44,684 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2012 44,684 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 42,658 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 38,774 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 37,167 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 36,444 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 35,965 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 35,950 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 35,199 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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P523 POT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 24,700 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 P523 POT, 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 28 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 P523 POT registered?

P523 POT is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 7 April 1998.

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