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C517 HMD

1986 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,376 mi
Last recorded51,376 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki ZL60021,527 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC517 HMD
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 51,376 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Fail 24 Jun 2010 49,468 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

handle bars slightly bent

Pass 24 Jun 2010 49,468 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

handle bars slightly bent

Fail 14 Apr 2009 49,453 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 47,677 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Feb 2007 46,241 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 45,364 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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C517 HMD is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 21,527 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C517 HMD, 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 40 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C517 HMD registered?

C517 HMD is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C517 HMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C517 HMD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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