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Y389 MVT

2001 Kawasaki ZX6

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,542 mi
Last recorded57,542 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX615,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY389 MVT
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 57,542 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 57,542 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 55,497 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2019 55,497 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 52,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 5 Nov 2018 52,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 47,339 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 43,231 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2016 43,229 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 40,837 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 33,837 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 32,167 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 30,189 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 28,652 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 27,565 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 26,164 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Nov 2009 26,164 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 23,650 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 19,070 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 19,070 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 17,678 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6?

Based on 2,032 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
870
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 39
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 22
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
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Y389 MVT is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 15,946 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 ZX6 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y389 MVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y389 MVT is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 6 August 2001.

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The MOT history for Y389 MVT shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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