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R546 RSO

1998 Kawasaki ZX6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,790 mi
Last recorded51,790 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX627,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR546 RSO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 51,790 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 51,790 miles

Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 49,415 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 46,733 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2012 45,977 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 45,072 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 43,293 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 43,279 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 May 2007 41,876 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 40,296 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2006 40,296 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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R546 RSO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 27,700 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 R546 RSO, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R546 RSO registered?

R546 RSO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 29 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R546 RSO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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