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R363 VNO

1997 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,922 mi
Last recorded13,922 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Kawasaki ZL60017,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR363 VNO
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2020 13,922 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 12,501 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 12,427 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 9,202 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 7,624 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 5,956 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 3,849 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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R363 VNO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Kawasaki ZL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,215 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 R363 VNO, 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 29 years old, this Kawasaki ZL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R363 VNO registered?

R363 VNO is a 1997 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R363 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R363 VNO shows 7 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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