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T265 MBD

1999 Kawasaki ZX600-G2

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

13,483 mi
Last recorded13,483 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki ZX600-G221,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT265 MBD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX600-G2
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 13,483 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 13,140 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Will need both fork seals changing soon (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Feb 2025 13,140 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated Will need further cleaning (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Will need both fork seals changing soon (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 13,134 miles

Both wheels slightly stiff to turn ,All 3 brakes will need a service.

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

Speedo bracket bolts missing

Pass 11 Jan 2023 13,128 miles

Both tyres low pressure

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired needs overhaul as wheel slightly stiff to turn (1.1.16 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 13,128 miles

Both tyres low pressure

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired needs overhaul as wheel slightly stiff to turn (1.1.16 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2021 13,120 miles

Brakes need service as wheels slightly stiff to turn

Pass 1 Oct 2020 13,101 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 13,068 miles

All brakes need cleaning

Pass 4 Dec 2017 12,998 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

all brakes need cleaning due to bike standing

Pass 9 Dec 2016 12,472 miles

All brakes need cleaning ,slightly stiff when turning wheels

Pass 11 Sep 2015 12,053 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 12,053 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 11,611 miles

Front wheel a bit stiff to turn,will need brakes cleaning

Fail 28 Sep 2013 11,611 miles

Front wheel a bit stiff to turn,will need brakes cleaning

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 11,155 miles

Will need 2 new tyres soon

Pass 23 Feb 2011 10,639 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 9,981 miles

will need new rear tyre soon.

Fail 17 Jul 2009 9,981 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

will need new rear tyre soon.

Pass 11 Jul 2008 9,436 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 8,677 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 7,725 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX600-G2?

Based on 1,735 MOT tests across 298 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
790
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Horn not working 29
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
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T265 MBD is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX600-G2 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki ZX600-G2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 21,072 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 ZX600-G2 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T265 MBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX600-G2 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki ZX600-G2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T265 MBD registered?

T265 MBD is a 1999 Kawasaki ZX600-G2, first registered on 29 July 1999.

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