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S823 FHU

1998 Kawasaki ZX6R

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R30,154 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS823 FHU
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX6R
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026
Pass 9 Jul 2024 54,111 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 50,455 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 49,699 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2018 49,451 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 49,187 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 48,907 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 46,443 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 45,600 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 44,501 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 44,501 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 41,762 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 40,915 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 39,762 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 35,641 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 35,641 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 22,581 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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S823 FHU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 30,154 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S823 FHU, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZX6R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S823 FHU registered?

S823 FHU is a 1998 Kawasaki ZX6R, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S823 FHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S823 FHU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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