Kawasaki Zx-6R
MotorcycleFrom 6,315 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Zx-6Rs fare better: 2008 models pass at 88.3% vs 77.7% for 1998.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 162 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 162 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 108 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 84 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 67 |
| audible warning not working | 67 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 50 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 48 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 43 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 43 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 38 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15.2% of Zx-6R failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £47.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 88.3% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a lamp likely to become detached |
| 2006 | 75.2% | lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, audible warning not working |
| 2005 | 81.1% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2004 | 78.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
7 earlier years
| 2003 | 83.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2002 | 83.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2001 | 84.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2000 | 82.4% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1999 | 81.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1998 | 77.7% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1997 | 78% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, contaminated with oil, grease etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Zx-6Rs tested had between 17,898 and 33,954 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,446 median miles, the Zx-6R has 0.073 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
| Kawasaki Ex | 86.6% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Zx-6R MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Zx-6R has a 81.3% MOT pass rate based on 6,315 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zx-6R?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zx-6R is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 162 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Zx-6R at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zx-6R is 25,446 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,898 and 33,954 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.