2007 Kawasaki ZX600 0.6L Petrol · CU07 GYK

The Kawasaki ZX600 presents a stable and highly reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass record. During the most recent MOT on 23 May 2025 at 26,282 miles, the tester flagged zero defects, a pattern consistent across the entire documented history. This unblemished record indicates a machine that has been kept in sound mechanical order, with no recurring faults or deteriorating issues requiring remedial action. However, relative to the current date of July 2026, that certificate expired on 22 May 2026, meaning the motorcycle currently sits without a valid MOT. The mileage accumulation aligns with exceptionally light use, averaging roughly 1,383 miles annually over its nineteen-year lifespan. Between the October 2021 test at 23,603 miles and the September 2022 test at 24,530 miles, the motorcycle covered just 927 miles. A notable gap appears in the record, with no test recorded for 2023 before the motorcycle returned to the workshop in June 2024 at 25,186 miles, adding only 656 miles over that nineteen-month period. Such low mileage often points to extended periods of standing rather than sustained daily use. Despite the flawless MOT history, the extremely low mileage and prolonged stationary intervals demand a focused physical inspection. A buyer must examine the condition of the tyres and suspension bushes for perishing and cracking, as rubber degrades with age and lack of use regardless of tread depth. Corrosion represents the primary structural risk on a motorcycle of this vintage; closely inspect the brake discs for surface rust, the exhaust system for pinhole degradation, and the frame around the steering head and swingarm pivot for any signs of oxidization. Seized brake calipers and sticking throttle cables are also common maladies for machines that spend more time stationary than active, requiring a thorough operational check before purchase.