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S224 MEF

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,337 mi
Last recorded10,337 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS224 MEF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 10,337 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 9,830 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 9,793 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 9,395 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 9,395 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 9,365 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 9,327 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 8,704 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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S224 MEF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S224 MEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S224 MEF registered?

S224 MEF is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 5 September 1998.

Is S224 MEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S224 MEF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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