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R260 ORC

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,882 mi
Last recorded75,882 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR260 ORC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 75,882 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively strong advise service strip 6 pot calipers both sides red rubber grease (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 27 May 2026 75,882 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively strong advise service strip 6 pot calipers both sides red rubber grease (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2009 75,071 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 73,573 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 73,556 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

alloy unions used on brakes. not suitable for road use

Pass 28 Jul 2006 65,098 miles

Alloy brake fittings not recommended for road use

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

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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R260 ORC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R260 ORC, 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 R260 ORC registered?

R260 ORC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R260 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R260 ORC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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