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R129 JGA

1998 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,655 mi
Last recorded22,655 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZL60015,690 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR129 JGA
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 22,655 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 22,628 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 22,619 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 21,990 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 20,829 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 20,801 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 20,280 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 20,280 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 May 2009 19,868 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 19,522 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 18,474 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 18,406 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2006 16,731 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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R129 JGA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 15,690 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 R129 JGA, 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 28 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R129 JGA registered?

R129 JGA is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 4 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R129 JGA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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