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C493 HMC

1992 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,416 mi
Last recorded33,416 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC493 HMC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2025 33,416 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 33,377 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 33,122 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 32,580 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 30,830 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 28,849 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 25,355 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 22,321 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 22,318 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 22,265 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 22,247 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 22,212 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,176 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 22,103 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 21,968 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 21,893 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 21,649 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 21,356 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZL600?

Based on 2,582 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
498
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
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C493 HMC is a 1992 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki ZL600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C493 HMC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZL600 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 34 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C493 HMC?

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What year was C493 HMC registered?

C493 HMC is a 1992 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 18 August 1992.

Is C493 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C493 HMC shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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