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P79 CPB

1997 Kawasaki ZX6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

14,146 mi
Last recorded14,146 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R25,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP79 CPB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 14,146 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 14,146 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2013 29,002 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 28,897 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 28,828 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 28,822 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 28,625 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 28,544 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 22,367 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 21,900 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 21,900 miles

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

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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P79 CPB is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 P79 CPB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P79 CPB registered?

P79 CPB is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 4 January 1997.

Is P79 CPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P79 CPB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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