Kawasaki Zx-6Rr
MotorcycleFrom 209 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, a footrest missing or insecure and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, caused 4 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 tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 4 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 2 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 1 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 1 |
| audible warning not working | 1 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 5.3% of Zx-6Rr 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 £56.
Typical mileage
Half of all Zx-6Rrs tested had between 10,435 and 26,247 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,274 median miles, the Zx-6Rr has 0.079 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Zx-6Rr MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Zx-6Rr has a 85.6% MOT pass rate based on 209 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zx-6Rr?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zx-6Rr is a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a footrest missing or insecure.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Zx-6Rr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zx-6Rr is 18,274 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,435 and 26,247 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.