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S193 MVP

1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

32,868 mi
Last recorded32,868 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R22,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS193 MVP
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 32,868 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 19 Apr 2023 32,868 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied GRITTY (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit ON THERE LIMIT (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 17,957 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

fairing panels missing

Fail 27 Oct 2021 17,944 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

bolt missing from gear linkage

various minor oil/coolant leaks

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 24 Jul 2019 12,999 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 12,800 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 12,621 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 12,151 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 11,094 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 9,115 miles

rear tyre and valve condition

Fail 22 Mar 2012 9,087 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Horse shoe link fitted to drive chain.

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear tyre valve perished.

Throttle slightly holding up on l/h lock.

Pass 11 Aug 2010 8,735 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

tight spots in drive chain

Fail 10 Jul 2009 8,717 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 8,717 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 8,049 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX-6R?

Based on 204,826 MOT tests across 18,598 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
847
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
18,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,042
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 2,214
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 2,163
reflector on motorcycle missing 2,083
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,640
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S193 MVP is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 22,682 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 ZX-6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,042 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S193 MVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX-6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S193 MVP is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 31 January 1999.

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