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Y449 LCF

2001 Kawasaki ZX6R

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,905 mi
Last recorded63,905 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R21,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY449 LCF
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 63,905 miles

Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level Just on the line (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Engine oil low, on min line

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Mudguard insecure Front mudguard ()

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Fail 24 May 2019 63,905 miles

Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level Just on the line (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake lever excessively corroded Rear brake lever corroded is not working right (1.1.15 (b))

Engine oil low, on min line

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Mudguard insecure Front mudguard ()

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 10 Sep 2016 63,899 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 61,258 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 17 Jul 2015 61,256 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 55,657 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 53,250 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 47,360 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 23 Aug 2012 47,360 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Lower Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 41,151 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 41,151 miles

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 38,533 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 36,776 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 30,990 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 19,941 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 19,941 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 12,062 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 12,062 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX6R?

Based on 10,134 MOT tests across 1,066 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
827
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,066
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 261
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 140
reflector on motorcycle missing 140
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 121
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 104
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Y449 LCF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 21,035 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 ZX6R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 261 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y449 LCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX6R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y449 LCF is a 2001 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 6 July 2001.

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