MOT Status
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5,631 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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))
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))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
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))
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
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))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
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
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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.
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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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What year was S197 JMO registered?
S197 JMO is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 5 August 1998.
Is S197 JMO safe to buy?
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