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P82 VWL

1996 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,027 mi
Last recorded30,027 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZL60017,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP82 VWL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 30,027 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2016 30,002 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 May 2015 29,999 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 May 2015 29,999 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 29,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 29,180 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 28,718 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 27,618 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 27,618 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 26,678 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 25,138 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 25,138 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 23,756 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 20,882 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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P82 VWL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P82 VWL, 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 P82 VWL registered?

P82 VWL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 10 October 1996.

Is P82 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P82 VWL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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