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P593 FKL

1996 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

27,061 mi
Last recorded27,061 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZL60017,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP593 FKL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 27,061 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 27,061 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 26,984 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 26,774 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 26,774 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock clutch cable routing (2.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2022 26,368 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 26,368 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 26,191 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 26,191 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2014 25,670 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 25,556 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 24,243 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 21,247 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 19,166 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 19,025 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 18,693 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 18,693 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 18,125 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 17,761 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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P593 FKL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 P593 FKL, 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 P593 FKL registered?

P593 FKL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P593 FKL safe to buy?

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