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P832 YFW

1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,910 mi
Last recorded26,910 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F323,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP832 YFW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 600-F3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 26,910 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 26,912 miles

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

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2008 25,829 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 24,808 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 23,511 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2006 23,511 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 600-F3?

Based on 926 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
998
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
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P832 YFW is a 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 23,891 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 600-F3 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P832 YFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P832 YFW registered?

P832 YFW is a 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3, first registered on 16 June 1997.

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