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R718 TOK

1998 Kawasaki ZL600

Yellow Petrol 592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

11,838 mi
Last recorded11,838 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Kawasaki ZL60015,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR718 TOK
MakeKawasaki
ModelZL600
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine592cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 11,838 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 10,730 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 10,674 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 10,664 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2021 10,664 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2020 10,365 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2018 8,990 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 8,018 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 7,596 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 6,945 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 5,659 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 5,231 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 5,096 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 4,884 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 4,656 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 4,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 3,692 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2006 3,328 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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R718 TOK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600 in Yellow with a 592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R718 TOK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R718 TOK registered?

R718 TOK is a 1998 Kawasaki ZL600, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R718 TOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R718 TOK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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