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R512 ABA

1997 Kawasaki ZX6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,198 mi
Last recorded48,198 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX628,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR512 ABA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2017 48,198 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 46,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 45,656 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 45,655 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 44,919 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 44,592 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 43,704 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 42,952 miles

Inner Rear Lower Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2010 42,461 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 42,184 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 37,449 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 32,616 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 28,456 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6?

Based on 2,032 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 22
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
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R512 ABA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R512 ABA, 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 R512 ABA registered?

R512 ABA is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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