Kawasaki Zx6R
MotorcycleFrom 292 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 6 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 | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 5 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 5 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 3 |
| audible warning not working | 3 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 3 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 3 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Zx6Rs tested had between 20,211 and 36,829 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,115 median miles, the Zx6R has 0.063 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 Zx6R MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Zx6R has a 81.8% MOT pass rate based on 292 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zx6R?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zx6R is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Zx6R at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zx6R is 29,115 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 20,211 and 36,829 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.