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R86 UWR

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,655 mi
Last recorded47,655 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR86 UWR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 47,655 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 47,632 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 47,520 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 45,541 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 45,535 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 42,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 42,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 42,407 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 42,407 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 39,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2007 37,365 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 37,365 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 34,312 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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R86 UWR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R86 UWR, 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 R86 UWR registered?

R86 UWR is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R86 UWR safe to buy?

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