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S28 OXY

1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

28,088 mi
Last recorded28,088 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R22,682 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS28 OXY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 28,088 miles

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

Central Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in lower suspension link bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 27,951 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 27,906 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fairing mounting bracket insecure

Fail 22 Sep 2022 27,906 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fairing mounting bracket insecure

Pass 23 May 2020 27,455 miles

Central Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in rear suspension bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 23 May 2020 27,455 miles

Central Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement in rear suspension bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 27,335 miles

Offside Front handlebar brake lever just touching fairing bracket on full lock.

Pass 9 Jun 2018 27,169 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2018 27,169 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Central Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2016 27,131 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 26,631 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

drive chain slightly corroded and short on lubrication

Fail 30 Nov 2013 26,631 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

drive chain slightly corroded and short on lubrication

Pass 4 Dec 2012 24,182 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside chain tensioner block fitted incorrectly

Fail 23 Nov 2012 24,182 miles

Brake pedal mounting cracked . (3.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside chain tensioner block fitted incorrectly

Rear Brake component has a poor repair (3.1.5)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 22,135 miles

Clutch lever damaged

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

bodywork damage

front tyre wear

noise from nearside handlebar

rear tyre plugged

throttle freeplay

wiring under fairing

Fail 27 Jul 2011 22,090 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

noise from nearside handlebar

rear tyre plugged

throttle free play

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

bodywork damage

bungee round rear seat unit

clutch lever damage

front brake lever travel

front tyre wear

gear change lever insecure

wiring insecure under front fairing

Pass 10 Aug 2010 21,284 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 21,266 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Fail 22 May 2009 19,297 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 22 May 2009 19,297 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 18,177 miles

light switchgear insecure, front tyre flatted and slightly distorted

Pass 7 Apr 2007 17,223 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2006 16,235 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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S28 OXY is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 S28 OXY, 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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S28 OXY is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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