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R868 XKP

1998 Kawasaki ZX6

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

53,921 mi
Last recorded53,921 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX627,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR868 XKP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2015 53,921 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 51,298 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 49,237 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 46,232 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 31 May 2012 46,232 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 38,819 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 38,771 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Apr 2010 38,622 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2009 38,128 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 May 2009 38,128 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2008 58,988 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 16 Jun 2008 58,988 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 57,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Jun 2007 57,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 10 May 2006 57,784 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 May 2006 57,784 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 25 Mar 2006 57,763 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Engine oil level at the minimum mark.

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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R868 XKP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 27,700 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 ZX6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R868 XKP, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R868 XKP registered?

R868 XKP is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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