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R360 AAU

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

33,292 mi
Last recorded33,292 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR360 AAU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 33,292 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front fairing insecure

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose carrier bearing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 81,554 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2022 81,554 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake lever pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock wiring (2.1.4 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 76,205 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 76,205 miles

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 70,676 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 70,489 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 70,481 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 69,548 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 67,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 65,462 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 63,963 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 61,233 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 58,513 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 55,409 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 55,409 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 46,903 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 Feb 2007 41,521 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 41,521 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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R360 AAU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R360 AAU, 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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R360 AAU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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