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S257 SVK

1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,431 mi
Last recorded39,431 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R22,682 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS257 SVK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 39,431 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 33,635 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 8 Jul 2011 24,878 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 24,877 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 29,622 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 29,254 miles

Chain guard missing

The indicators are flashing at the maximum allowable rate

Pass 2 May 2006 25,780 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 24,634 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 24,634 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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S257 SVK is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S257 SVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S257 SVK?

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What year was S257 SVK registered?

S257 SVK is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S257 SVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S257 SVK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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