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C721 FWW

1986 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

18,671 mi
Last recorded18,671 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki ZL60021,527 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC721 FWW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2025 18,671 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2025 18,664 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 18,657 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 18,063 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 17,551 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 17,129 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 16,564 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 15,099 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 15 May 2017 15,099 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 14,478 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 14,100 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 14,066 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 13,815 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 13,446 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 13,446 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 12,307 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 12,118 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 12,118 miles

Inner Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 11,664 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 11,663 miles

Centre Rear Lower Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Inner Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Inner Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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C721 FWW is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 C721 FWW, 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 C721 FWW registered?

C721 FWW is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C721 FWW safe to buy?

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