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R10 JFK

1998 Kawasaki ZZR600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,999 mi
Last recorded14,999 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR60024,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR10 JFK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 14,999 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 14,999 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 14,999 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2021 14,999 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 14,999 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 10,655 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 10,449 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 8,577 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 5,533 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 3,197 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR600?

Based on 64,083 MOT tests across 6,484 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
749
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,236
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 815
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 657
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 637
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R10 JFK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 24,611 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZZR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R10 JFK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R10 JFK registered?

R10 JFK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R10 JFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R10 JFK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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