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Y166 BAR

2001 Kawasaki ZX600-J2

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,706 mi
Last recorded35,706 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX600-J215,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY166 BAR
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX600-J2
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 35,706 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 34,091 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 30,255 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2010 30,255 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 21,098 miles

"show" valve cap fitted to front tyre.

Fail 25 Sep 2009 21,094 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

"show" valve cap fitted to front tyre.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 17,012 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 14,568 miles

led valve caps fitted which are not recommended for road use

Fail 1 Sep 2007 14,568 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

led valve caps fitted which are not recommended for road use

Pass 2 Sep 2006 8,216 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

LED VALVE CAPS FITTED WHICH ARE NOT INTENDED FOR ROAD USE

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2005 10,604 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX600-J2?

Based on 1,426 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
1,014
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 11
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Y166 BAR is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX600-J2 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX600-J2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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-J2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y166 BAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX600-J2 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX600-J2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y166 BAR registered?

Y166 BAR is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX600-J2, first registered on 25 April 2001.

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