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R45 LTL

1998 Kawasaki ZL600

Black Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,187 mi
Last recorded19,187 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZL60015,690 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR45 LTL
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 19,187 miles

exhaust front pipe blowing

rear tyre side/wall damaged

Fail 27 Jun 2019 19,187 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust front pipe blowing

rear tyre side/wall damaged

Pass 24 May 2017 15,199 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 13,315 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 12,375 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 12,372 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 10,863 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 8,431 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 8,137 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 7,864 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 7,860 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2010 7,568 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 7,514 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 7,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 May 2007 7,430 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 May 2006 7,317 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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R45 LTL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600 in Black with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R45 LTL, 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 R45 LTL registered?

R45 LTL is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 7 February 1998.

Is R45 LTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R45 LTL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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