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R261 FWV

1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,854 mi
Last recorded30,854 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F323,891 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 FWV
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 600-F3
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2008 30,854 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 30,854 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 May 2007 25,609 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 22,447 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 22,447 miles

Rear Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Zx 600-F3?

Based on 926 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
998
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
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R261 FWV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 23,891 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 Zx 600-F3 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R261 FWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R261 FWV?

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What year was R261 FWV registered?

R261 FWV is a 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R261 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 FWV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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