MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,694 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Control 2 (Rear Brake) (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front 120/60-ZR17 Dunlop worn down too 1.mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front 120/60-ZR17 Dunlop worn down too 1.mm (5.2.3 (e))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6?
Based on 2,032 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.
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R289 DKX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZX6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 28,870 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 ZX6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R289 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kawasaki ZX6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R289 DKX registered?
R289 DKX is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 10 September 1997.
Is R289 DKX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R289 DKX shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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