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R243 UCR

1997 Kawasaki ZX6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,960 mi
Last recorded13,960 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R25,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 UCR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2008 13,960 miles

headlight aim kick up blanked off

Fail 30 Oct 2008 13,956 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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R243 UCR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 25,388 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 R243 UCR, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R243 UCR registered?

R243 UCR is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R243 UCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R243 UCR 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.

Does R243 UCR have outstanding finance?

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