1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R 0.6L Petrol · R390 AHE
1998 Kawasaki ZX-6R (0.6L, petrol). First registered 01/04/1998. Recorded mileage 34,759 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- KAWASAKI ZX-6R
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/08/2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,759 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 0.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 599cc
R390 AHE Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2023
- 34,759 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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R390 AHE Mileage History
- 02/08/202234,558 mi
- 11/08/202334,759 mi+201 mi
Average of roughly 196 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
R390 AHE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Kawasaki Zx-6R (R390 AHE) between August 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
A potential classic with very low record
Given the age of this 1998 model and the very low annual mileage recorded between 2022 and 2023, focus your inspection on components that degrade when a vehicle is stationary. Check for perished rubber seals, the condition of the fuel system, and battery health. Ensure that the rear tyre flagged in the August 2023 MOT has since been replaced.
Verify the service history to see if the bike has been winterised or stored in a climate-controlled environment. Because the MOT history is limited to the last two years, you should request any older records to understand the long-term maintenance pattern of this specific 599cc machine.
Running costs for a 599cc petrol motorcycle are generally moderate. You will face standard UK road tax for this engine size and insurance premiums that reflect the sportbike category, though the age of the bike may influence the group rating.
Maintenance for a late-90s Japanese sportbike typically involves periodic valve clearances, coolant flushes, and brake fluid changes. Given the low usage seen in the MOT data, annual costs are likely to be driven by preventative maintenance rather than wear-and-tear. Estimated annual running costs are approximately £400-£700.
Specifically inspect the rear tyre to confirm it is no longer 'close to the legal limit' as recorded in the 2023 MOT. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion and the tyres for age-related cracking (perishing), which is common for bikes with low annual mileage.
Inspect the engine and fork seals for leaks, as seals can dry out when a vehicle is not ridden frequently. While the MOT records show no major mechanical failures in the last two years, a physical check of the chain and sprockets is recommended to ensure they have been lubricated and adjusted correctly.
This 1998 Green Kawasaki ZX-6R has recorded 34,759 miles as of its last MOT in August 2023. The MOT history shows two consecutive passes, with the most recent test noting a rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. Notably, the vehicle covered only 201 miles between August 2022 and August 2023.
No aggregate MOT data is available to provide a reliability benchmark for the Kawasaki ZX-6R.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
Data Sources
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