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X198 AKU

2001 Kawasaki ZZR600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,373 mi
Last recorded29,373 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2012
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZZR60019,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX198 AKU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2012 29,373 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

o/s n/s rear exhaust slightly loose

Fail 20 Jan 2012 29,373 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

o/s n/s rear exhaust slightly loose

Pass 18 May 2010 29,329 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 29,160 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 28,077 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 27,868 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2007 26,925 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 25,500 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 25,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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X198 AKU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 19,286 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 X198 AKU, 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 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X198 AKU registered?

X198 AKU is a 2001 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 4 January 2001.

Is X198 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X198 AKU shows 9 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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