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S522 JJH

1999 Kawasaki ZZR600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,174 mi
Last recorded59,174 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZZR60022,203 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS522 JJH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 59,174 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc damaged but function not impaired

Pass 24 Oct 2024 58,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc damaged but function not impaired

Fail 10 Oct 2024 58,984 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc damaged but function not impaired

Pass 4 May 2022 58,960 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 58,960 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2020 58,591 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 54,924 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 54,924 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working front lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 53,481 miles

Offside Front Lower mudguard broken at screw hole but secure

Offside Front foot peg slight damage

Fail 26 Apr 2018 53,478 miles

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride adjuster nut loose (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars bar hitting fuel tank (2.1.2b)

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride adjuster loose (6.2.1h)

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

Offside Front Lower mudguard broken at screw hole but secure

Offside Front foot peg slight damage

Pass 16 Aug 2016 52,652 miles

Offside Front Lower foot rest damaged

Rear no plate lamp not working

Fail 16 Aug 2016 52,652 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Lower foot rest damaged

Rear no plate lamp not working

Fail 3 May 2016 51,152 miles

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

Centre Rear no plate lamp not working

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

Offside Front Lower footrest damaged

Pass 1 Apr 2015 49,555 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 46,139 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 43,456 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 25 May 2013 43,456 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 May 2012 40,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 May 2011 36,712 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2010 34,748 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 34,748 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 30,135 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 29,676 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 29,475 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR600?

Based on 64,083 MOT tests across 6,484 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
749
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,236
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 815
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 657
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 637
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S522 JJH is a 1999 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 22,203 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 ZZR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S522 JJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S522 JJH registered?

S522 JJH is a 1999 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 6 January 1999.

Is S522 JJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S522 JJH shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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