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R597 JGX

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,482 mi
Last recorded46,482 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR597 JGX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2009 46,482 miles

slight front brake fluctuation

Fail 5 Jun 2009 46,482 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

number plate loose

rear brake fluid level on the low side

Pass 12 Jun 2008 38,233 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

clutch pivot point worn

Fail 10 Jun 2008 38,146 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

clutch pivot point worn

rear brake pads uneven wear pads not seated

Pass 31 May 2007 25,276 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 24,496 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Apr 2006 24,496 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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R597 JGX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R597 JGX, 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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What year was R597 JGX registered?

R597 JGX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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