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C79 MGK

1986 Kawasaki ZL600

Silver Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,049 mi
Last recorded29,049 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2011
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki ZL60021,527 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC79 MGK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2011 29,049 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 28,198 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 28,198 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 27,873 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 27,873 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 27,215 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 27,211 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2006 26,454 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 26,424 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 7 Sep 2006 26,396 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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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C79 MGK is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 in Silver with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C79 MGK, 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 C79 MGK registered?

C79 MGK is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C79 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C79 MGK shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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