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R198 CPW

1998 Kawasaki ZZR600

Maroon Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,627 mi
Last recorded59,627 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZZR60024,611 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR198 CPW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 59,627 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Footrest broken

Fail 1 Dec 2020 59,619 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen LED bulb fitted, no visible patter (4.1.2 (a))

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Footrest broken

Pass 16 May 2019 59,311 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 59,061 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 43,971 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 42,732 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 42,680 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 40,947 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

chain very dry

Fail 1 Feb 2012 40,947 miles

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

chain very dry

Pass 29 Jan 2011 38,300 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 34,047 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 28,079 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 27,449 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 25,743 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 25,477 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R198 CPW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Maroon with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R198 CPW, 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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R198 CPW is a 1998 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 24 February 1998.

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