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J19 LBK

1996 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,253 mi
Last recorded11,253 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZL60017,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ19 LBK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 11,253 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 11,253 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 11,148 miles

Offside Front Brake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 10,374 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 8,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 8,318 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 8,039 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 7,108 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 6,903 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 5,439 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 5,439 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

O/S EXHAUST CLAMP LOOSE

Pass 27 May 2009 4,827 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 4,818 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2008 4,814 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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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J19 LBK is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 17,562 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 J19 LBK, 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 30 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J19 LBK registered?

J19 LBK is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is J19 LBK safe to buy?

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