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R204 JGU

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,111 mi
Last recorded16,111 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2005
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 JGU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2005 16,111 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2005 16,111 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front brake has excessive free play.

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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R204 JGU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 30,154 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 R204 JGU, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R204 JGU registered?

R204 JGU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is R204 JGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R204 JGU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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