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R478 NJH

1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,164 mi
Last recorded43,164 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F323,891 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 NJH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZx 600-F3
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 43,164 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 43,149 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 41,318 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 36,626 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 35,730 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 33,595 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 27,586 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 20,047 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 Feb 2008 20,047 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Feb 2007 18,795 miles

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 18,795 miles

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

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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R478 NJH is a 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R478 NJH, 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.

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What year was R478 NJH registered?

R478 NJH is a 1997 Kawasaki Zx 600-F3, first registered on 1 October 1997.

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