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S197 JMO

1998 Kawasaki ZX6

Green Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,631 mi
Last recorded5,631 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX627,700 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS197 JMO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 5,631 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced foot peg hanger cracked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2026 5,628 miles

Rear Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Motorcycle structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering rear brake pin missing (6.1.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced radiator (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced foot peg hanger cracked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 52,953 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 52,261 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 36,753 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 57,822 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 57,822 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Offside Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 55,609 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 55,609 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 54,805 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 54,292 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 53,350 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 51,058 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 49,808 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

brake calipers worn brake pads rattle back and forward

Pass 5 Jul 2011 46,892 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 44,962 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 43,196 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 43,196 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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S197 JMO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6 in Green with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S197 JMO, 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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S197 JMO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 5 August 1998.

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