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N189 DJO

1996 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,430 mi
Last recorded18,430 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZL60017,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN189 DJO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 18,430 miles

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 18,249 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 18,399 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 18,265 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 18,265 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2012 17,694 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 15,349 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 13,882 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 12,598 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 12,080 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 11,308 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2005 11,305 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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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N189 DJO is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N189 DJO, 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 N189 DJO registered?

N189 DJO is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 2 April 1996.

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The MOT history for N189 DJO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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