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R742 ANC

1997 Kawasaki ZX6

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,534 mi
Last recorded38,534 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZX628,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR742 ANC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 38,534 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 37,877 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 37,877 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2007 37,335 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 35,525 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2005 31,398 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R742 ANC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R742 ANC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R742 ANC registered?

R742 ANC is a 1997 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R742 ANC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R742 ANC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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