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MLZ 8291

1997 Kawasaki ZZR600

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,198 mi
Last recorded36,198 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZZR60026,495 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 8291
MakeKawasaki
ModelZZR600
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2015 36,198 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 34,747 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 1 May 2014 34,747 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2013 33,128 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 33,128 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 28,111 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 28,111 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 26,619 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 24,035 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 24,035 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 16,449 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 14,808 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 8,291 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 2,414 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki ZZR600?

Based on 64,083 MOT tests across 6,484 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
749
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
6,484
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,236
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 815
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 657
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 637
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MLZ 8291 is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZR600 in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZZR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 26,495 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 ZZR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,236 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLZ 8291, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki ZZR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZZR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MLZ 8291 registered?

MLZ 8291 is a 1997 Kawasaki ZZR600, first registered on 9 October 1997.

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