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W578 PFX

2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

16,965 mi
Last recorded16,965 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J116,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW578 PFX
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX600-J1
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 16,965 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 15,803 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 15,254 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 11,163 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 11,163 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 10,010 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 10,010 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 10,010 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2009 10,010 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

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

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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W578 PFX is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 W578 PFX, 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 W578 PFX registered?

W578 PFX is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W578 PFX safe to buy?

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