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W488 SKH

2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,955 mi
Last recorded36,955 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J116,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 SKH
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX600-J1
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 36,955 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 34,780 miles

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

Nearside Rear Footrest visibly broken but adequately repaired

Fail 31 May 2025 34,765 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested chain condition (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Foot rest mounting bracket, fractured but repaired adequately

Pass 17 May 2024 32,404 miles

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

Offside Front Upper throttle slow to return

Pass 22 May 2023 30,244 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 30,069 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 9 Jan 2009 30,069 miles

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

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 18 Mar 2008 25,636 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2007 17,000 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 16,616 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX600-J1?

Based on 1,847 MOT tests across 361 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
945
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
361
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 17
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W488 SKH is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 16,416 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-J1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W488 SKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX600-J1 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Kawasaki ZX600-J1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W488 SKH registered?

W488 SKH is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W488 SKH safe to buy?

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