CarVerify

Free Car Check

P895 DFL

1996 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

21,489 mi
Last recorded21,489 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki ZL60017,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP895 DFL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
View full Kawasaki ZL600 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 21,489 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 21,126 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 16 May 2013 20,805 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

swinging arm slightly corroded

Pass 28 May 2012 20,412 miles

swinging arm slightly corroding underneath

Pass 13 Sep 2010 19,638 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 19,633 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2009 18,745 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 18,745 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 May 2008 17,631 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 16,042 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 15,293 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
Full Kawasaki ZL600 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P895 DFL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P895 DFL, 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

How do I check the history of P895 DFL?

You can check the full history of P895 DFL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P895 DFL registered?

P895 DFL is a 1996 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 18 October 1996.

Is P895 DFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P895 DFL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P895 DFL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P895 DFL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.