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N237 VTA

1996 Kawasaki ZL600

Yellow Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

2,220 mi
Last recorded2,220 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZL60017,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN237 VTA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 2,220 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 2,220 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 2,162 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 1,156 miles

Aftermarket exhaust system fitted - not excessively noisy

Oil leak from final drive - contaminating tyre sidewall

Registration plate modified - not likely to be misread

Pass 8 Jul 2022 156 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 156 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2021 118 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 6 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2008 16,684 miles

indicators slightly faster than normal

Pass 6 Jun 2007 16,261 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 16,011 miles
Pass 6 May 2005 14,781 miles
Fail 3 May 2005 14,781 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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N237 VTA is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 in Yellow with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N237 VTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N237 VTA registered?

N237 VTA is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N237 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N237 VTA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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