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X966 CMB

2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,170 mi
Last recorded39,170 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J116,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX966 CMB
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX600-J1
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 39,170 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 37,639 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 37,137 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2021 37,137 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 36,862 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jun 2014 36,292 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 36,292 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 34,813 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 33,457 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 33,574 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Dec 2010 31,394 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 31,256 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 27,687 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 27,687 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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X966 CMB is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X966 CMB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X966 CMB registered?

X966 CMB is a 2000 Kawasaki ZX600-J1, first registered on 14 November 2000.

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