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R144 FGP

1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,772 mi
Last recorded27,772 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R24,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 FGP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 27,772 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 27,658 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 26,939 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 25,523 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 24,241 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 24,063 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 24,060 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 24,053 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 23,978 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 23,912 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,663 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 23,663 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 10 May 2008 22,384 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 21,996 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 May 2006 20,008 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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R144 FGP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R144 FGP, 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 R144 FGP registered?

R144 FGP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R144 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 FGP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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