2007 Kawasaki ZX-6R 0.6L Petrol · WR07 CUG

This Kawasaki ZX-6R presents a clean bill of health on paper, with the most recent MOT in May 2026 recording zero defects at 17,389 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable and, if anything, improving. A minor cluster of advisories appeared in the April 2024 test, but both were absent from the following year's pass, suggesting they were addressed rather than ignored. The 2026 result is the cleanest record in the available history, which is a positive indicator of current mechanical condition. The mileage profile is unusually low for a 2007 machine. Covering just 915 miles per year on average, the bike has seen very light use. The annual increments are consistent, typically between 900 and 1,300 miles, with no sudden jumps or suspiciously large gaps in the testing record. The 2024 test recorded 15,165 miles and the 2026 test 17,389 miles, a gain of 2,224 miles over roughly two years, which remains modest. There are no missing years in the MOT chain back to 2022, so the history reads as continuous rather than sporadic. The April 2024 advisories deserve attention even though they did not recur. A light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber fork seal is a common issue on motorcycles that stand for long periods, as low annual mileage often means extended storage rather than regular riding. A drive chain flagged as slightly loose points to infrequent adjustment, again consistent with a bike that is ridden sparingly but not necessarily neglected. Both items appear to have been corrected before the 2025 test, which is reassuring. A buyer should still inspect these areas in person. Check the fork seals for any fresh weeping, particularly after the bike has been upright and warm. Examine the drive chain for correct free play and lubrication, and look at the sprocket teeth for hooking or wear that might indicate the chain ran loose for a period. Given the low mileage and age, rubber components such as fork seals, brake hoses, and tyre sidewalls may show age-related deterioration rather than wear, so check date codes and condition carefully. The MOT record is strong, but a static inspection will confirm whether the mechanical reality matches the paper trail.