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R31 MGK

1997 Kawasaki ZX6R

Silver Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,610 mi
Last recorded41,610 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R25,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 MGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 41,610 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 14 Nov 2024 41,039 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 41,039 miles

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 40,273 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2021 40,273 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 38,134 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 37,408 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2015 38,644 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 35,551 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 33,749 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 33,749 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 30,534 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 30,534 miles

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

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2007 27,680 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 23,112 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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R31 MGK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R in Silver with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R31 MGK, 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.

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What year was R31 MGK registered?

R31 MGK is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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