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L797 SHW

1993 Kawasaki ZX600-E1

Green Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,115 mi
Last recorded29,115 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2014
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki ZX600-E133,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL797 SHW
MakeKawasaki
ModelZX600-E1
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2014 29,115 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 28,946 miles

Slight freeplay in sprocket carrier bearing

Fail 18 Aug 2011 28,943 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Slight freeplay in sprocket carrier bearing

Pass 17 Jul 2010 28,706 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 27,418 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 27,416 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2008 26,648 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 26,648 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2007 26,142 miles

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

slight bind front brakes

Pass 5 May 2006 25,860 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZX600-E1?

Based on 539 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
718
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Drive chain excessively loose 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
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L797 SHW is a 1993 Kawasaki ZX600-E1 in Green with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki ZX600-E1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 33,504 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 ZX600-E1 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L797 SHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZX600-E1 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki ZX600-E1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L797 SHW registered?

L797 SHW is a 1993 Kawasaki ZX600-E1, first registered on 3 September 1993.

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