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P144 OBY

1997 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

30,404 mi
Last recorded30,404 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZL60017,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP144 OBY
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 30,404 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 27,078 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 22,078 miles

Rear Brake pedal mounting cracked . (3.1.2c)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rev counter clock damaged

Pass 11 Nov 2013 26,511 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 26,511 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 12 Oct 2011 26,462 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 26,462 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 25,915 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 24,652 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2008 24,652 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 23,792 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 23,792 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 23,087 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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P144 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,215 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 P144 OBY, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P144 OBY registered?

P144 OBY is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 13 June 1997.

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