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R281 UHP

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

23,516 mi
Last recorded23,516 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 UHP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 23,516 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2026 23,511 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2015 22,926 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 21,517 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 18,761 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 18,759 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 17,853 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake does not lock.

Fail 28 Jun 2012 17,847 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake does not lock.

Rear sprocket loose on carrier

Pass 2 Jul 2011 15,951 miles

Front Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 32,764 miles

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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R281 UHP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R281 UHP, 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 R281 UHP registered?

R281 UHP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R281 UHP safe to buy?

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