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R78 KGX

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

59,949 mi
Last recorded59,949 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR78 KGX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 59,949 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 57,666 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 57,640 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2016 54,163 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 49,394 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 17 Mar 2014 44,117 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Mar 2014 44,057 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 38,406 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 33,366 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 30,519 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 26,553 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 26,553 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 22,025 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 17,303 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 12,337 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 8,639 miles

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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R78 KGX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R78 KGX, 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 R78 KGX registered?

R78 KGX is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 5 May 1998.

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