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S993 BFC

1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

34,836 mi
Last recorded34,836 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R24,700 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS993 BFC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX-6R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 34,836 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2023 34,836 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 34,746 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2021 34,746 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 33,098 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 31,029 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 29,744 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 27,508 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 25,630 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 25,039 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 24,384 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 23,921 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 23,332 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 23,286 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2008 22,397 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 20,769 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 18,438 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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S993 BFC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 24,700 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S993 BFC, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX-6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S993 BFC registered?

S993 BFC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S993 BFC safe to buy?

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