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S327 CGK

1998 Kawasaki ZX6

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

43,021 mi
Last recorded43,021 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX627,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS327 CGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 43,021 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 26 May 2018 43,021 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2016 40,120 miles

Slight tight spot in drive chain

Pass 16 Oct 2015 33,641 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2015 33,641 miles

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

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Oct 2014 25,735 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

fuel hose (fuel tap to filter) perishing

headlight beam pattern ajuster fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2014 25,735 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

fuel hose (fuel tap to filter) perishing

headlight beam pattern ajuster fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2013 23,100 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 23,100 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,922 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

slight bind on front wheel not detected on RBT

Fail 24 Sep 2012 20,922 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

slight bind on front wheel not detected on RBT

Pass 5 Aug 2011 19,856 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 19,820 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 19,779 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 19,240 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 19,223 miles

Inner Front Upper Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Inner Rear Lower Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Outer Front Upper Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2006 18,134 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 18,134 miles

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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S327 CGK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S327 CGK, 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 S327 CGK registered?

S327 CGK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 2 September 1998.

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