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S488 EEC

1998 Kawasaki ZX600-G2

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,271 mi
Last recorded29,271 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS488 EEC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX600-G2
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 29,271 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 27,027 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 25,683 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 24,173 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 21,495 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 16,936 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 16,930 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 16,518 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 15,740 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 15,740 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 13,847 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 13,847 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 12,164 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 12,164 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 10,667 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 8,940 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 8,940 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 7,102 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 5,105 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 4,716 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX600-G2?

Based on 1,735 MOT tests across 298 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
790
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
298
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Horn not working 29
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
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S488 EEC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX600-G2 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZX600-G2 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S488 EEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX600-G2 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX600-G2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S488 EEC registered?

S488 EEC is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX600-G2, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S488 EEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S488 EEC shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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