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R246 HYG

1998 Kawasaki ZL600

Yellow Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

11,369 mi
Last recorded11,369 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZL60015,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 HYG
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 11,369 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2023 11,369 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2015 11,305 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 11,249 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 10,639 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 7,767 miles

front brake sticking slightly.

Pass 17 Jan 2011 7,533 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 7,333 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 5,990 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 3,818 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 3,134 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2005 3,069 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2005 3,069 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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R246 HYG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600 in Yellow with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R246 HYG, 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 R246 HYG registered?

R246 HYG is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R246 HYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R246 HYG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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