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R738 NFG

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,380 mi
Last recorded39,380 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR738 NFG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 39,380 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2022 39,373 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 39,293 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 39,127 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 39,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 10 Apr 2017 39,113 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 39,016 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 38,503 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 37,835 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 37,176 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2012 35,763 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 35,752 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 34,676 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2010 33,113 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2010 33,113 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 25,956 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 25,489 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R738 NFG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R738 NFG, 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 R738 NFG registered?

R738 NFG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 19 June 1998.

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