Kawasaki Zzr600
MotorcycleFrom 1,576 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
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 a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 31 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 | 31 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 29 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 18 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 17 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 11 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 9 |
| a throttle control not functioning correctly | 8 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 7 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 7 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 31.9% of Zzr600 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 £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 81% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a footrest missing or insecure |
| 1999 | 84.8% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 1998 | 84.3% | brake control has insufficient reserve travel, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1997 | 87.2% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released |
1 earlier years
| 1993 | 80.4% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Zzr600s tested had between 20,613 and 38,178 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 31,613 median miles, the Zzr600 has 0.051 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 Zzr600 MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Zzr600 has a 83.8% MOT pass rate based on 1,576 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zzr600?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zzr600 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 31 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 Zzr600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zzr600 is 31,613 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 20,613 and 38,178 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.