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C706 WPA

1986 Kawasaki ZL600

Red Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,425 mi
Last recorded38,425 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki ZL60021,527 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC706 WPA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 38,425 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 37,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 37,267 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Lower Exhaust pipes have slight surface corrosion.

Pass 9 Aug 2018 36,319 miles

Central Front Lower Exhausts header pipes have surface corrosion in several places

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 34,929 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 33,072 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2016 33,072 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 32,069 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 30,259 miles

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

Nearside Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 29,198 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 29,198 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 28,509 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 27,598 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 26,624 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 24,710 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 22,911 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 May 2007 20,861 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 17,666 miles

Rear brake pedal sticking

small rear no plate

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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C706 WPA is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 in Red with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C706 WPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C706 WPA registered?

C706 WPA is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C706 WPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C706 WPA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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