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N48 YNC

1996 Kawasaki ZL600

Yellow Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,549 mi
Last recorded12,549 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZL60017,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN48 YNC
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 12,549 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 12,260 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 11,737 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 11,561 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 11,530 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 11,515 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 11,453 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 11,392 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 11,337 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 11,122 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 10,887 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 10,650 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 10,335 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 10,001 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 9,429 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 8,899 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 8,363 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 7,995 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2007 5,804 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 3,425 miles

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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N48 YNC is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 in Yellow with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N48 YNC, 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 N48 YNC registered?

N48 YNC is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N48 YNC safe to buy?

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