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R822 GBA

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

41,489 mi
Last recorded41,489 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR822 GBA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 41,489 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 41,489 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 40,771 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 38,402 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 38,402 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 31,714 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Advise Front Headbearings Feel Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 18,069 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 18,068 miles

Central Front Brake excessively binding Front Brake Excessive Bind (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 May 2019 17,831 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 17,467 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 16,616 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2015 16,588 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 16,488 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 16,488 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2013 16,272 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 16,272 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 15,444 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 15,444 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 15,039 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 14,907 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2008 14,694 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2007 14,315 miles

Headlamp masked to correct beam pattern.

Pass 18 May 2006 11,666 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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R822 GBA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R822 GBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R822 GBA registered?

R822 GBA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 10 June 1998.

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