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C947 KWL

1986 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

36,007 mi
Last recorded36,007 miles
Recorded on26 May 2018
Typical for 1986 Kawasaki ZL60021,527 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC947 KWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2018 36,007 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 29,762 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 29,279 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 28,791 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 28,509 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 Apr 2013 28,509 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 27,255 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 26,023 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 25,900 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2008 25,900 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 24,489 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 23,568 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 23,560 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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C947 KWL is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 C947 KWL, 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 C947 KWL registered?

C947 KWL is a 1986 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 31 December 1986.

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