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N118 MCW

1996 Kawasaki ZX6

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

26,554 mi
Last recorded26,554 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZX624,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN118 MCW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2015 26,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 26,544 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 25,631 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Chain guard missing

Pass 21 Aug 2013 24,408 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2013 24,408 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Centre Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 24,406 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front sprocket cover missing

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Fail 4 May 2012 24,405 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

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

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

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

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

Front sprocket cover missing

Pass 26 Mar 2011 24,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 24,207 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 24,204 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 28,616 miles

Chain guard missing

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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N118 MCW is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZX6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 24,719 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 N118 MCW, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N118 MCW is a 1996 Kawasaki ZX6, first registered on 5 July 1996.

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